Manager V-22 Flight Test Engineering IPT

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Manager – V-22 Flight Test Engineering IPT ','310617','!*!We are pioneers. We were the first to break the sound barrier and designed the first functional jetpack. We were aboard NASA’s first lunar mission and brought advanced tiltrotor systems to market. Today, we are defining the future of on-demand mobility. At Bell, we are proud to be the world’s leading manufacturer and integrator of tiltrotor aircraft, an iconic company with superb talent, rapidly creating novel and coveted vertical lift experiences. 

 

Manager – V-22 Flight Test Engineering IPT:

Bell is seeking an experienced, multi-faceted Engineering IPT Manager to support the testing and development of product improvements for V-22 tiltrotor aircraft (MV-22s for USMC, CMV-22s for USN, and CV-22s for USAF SOCOM).  You will lead a team of Engineers from a variety of technical disciplines, embedded within the US military Customer environment.  You will be working in an integrated team environment to support test operations within established flight test guidelines to achieve safe flight operations.  As a leader within the larger V-22 Flight Test team, you will demonstrate leadership skills while planning and executing multiple projects. 

This position is located at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station in Patuxent River, Maryland, although some team members and projects are also located at Hurlburt Field, Florida.

Position Responsibilities:

Support the flight test team for experimental V-22 tiltrotor aircraft, requiring teamwork and collaborative problem solving in a multi-team environment with direct Customer contact.

Demonstrate your understanding of aviation systems, flight technology, design engineering, test engineering, and other engineering related disciplines to provide optimal support to the V-22 flight test team.

Lead and participate in technical learning, career mentoring, and skills development.

Execute the Control Account Manager (CAM) role within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) to include planning and monitoring cost & schedule execution, scope compliance, variance reporting, and reporting for both internal and external channels.

Apply military-aligned Earned Value Management System (EVMS) tools and metrics.

Facilitate schedule risk assessments, cost performance monitoring, and manpower planning.

Identify and elevate potential Risks, Issues, or Opportunities.

Manage contract requirements, to include recognition of scope growth and/or baseline management.

Coordinate and collaborate with multiple departments (Engineering, Operations, Finance, Contracts, Field Services, Logistics, etc.).

Report to internal senior leadership as well as US Government Customers.

Host and coordinate technical meetings.

Review and understand all related procedures, processes, and best practices.

','!*!Education Requirements: 

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is required.  Major in Mechanical, Aerospace or Electrical Engineering is preferred.

Master’s Degree in Engineering as described above is preferred.

Position Requirements:

Multiple levels of experience will be considered with at least 10 years of flight operations or flight test experience (helicopter, airplane, or vectored thrust aircraft).

Strong managerial experience across multi-disciplines.

Must have proven technical leadership and personnel management skills with demonstrated skills in coaching, developing, and mentoring others.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD SECRET security clearance.

Must have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills and be able to interact well in a team environment.

Must have the ability to prioritize, organize, and track a variety of assignments.

Must have excellent written and oral communications skills and should be proficient with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook.

Must be able to work overtime as required in the Flight Test environment.

Must be able to travel 10% of the time, as needed, to support short term (up to two months) off-site assignments at other locations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with V-22 tiltrotor aircraft.

Experience with US military flight operations.

Experience with Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).

Experience with the DoD contract and acquisition process in the aerospace industry.

Textron Relocation Assistance policy is in effect / applies for this position for candidates who qualify.

 

Our most cherished core value is to Lift Each Other up, creating a diverse and inclusive environment. As a member of our global workforce, you will collaborate with dedicated, enthusiastic teams where differences in experiences, backgrounds, and ideas combined with a strong passion for our products take us above and beyond flight.

','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','','Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.','Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of, race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.','The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise, have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.','The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise, have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.','','This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)., Non-U.S. persons selected must meet eligibility requirements for access to export-restricted information. , The ITAR/EAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.','Bell Textron Inc.','Bell Textron Inc.','US-Maryland-Patuxent River','','Engineering','Full-time','Manager with Direct Reports','First Shift','Yes, 10 % of the Time','03/02/2023','Available','Available','','','Textron (and its subsidiaries) participates in E-Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employer’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.',' Manager – V-22 Flight Test Engineering IPT

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