Aerospace Software Safety Engineer

Overview

Join to apply for the Aerospace Software Safety Engineer role at Bell Flight
. We’re more than aviation experts; we’re pioneers. We challenge what’s possible, from breaking the sound barrier to advanced tiltrotor systems. Today, Bell is shaping the future of aviation through specialized engineering, and we want you. We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), part of the US Army’s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort.

We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless and Bell’s High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next-generation stop‑fold aircraft. These positions are onsite in Fort Worth, TX.

• Administer Software System Safety activities on assigned engineering design teams.
• Interface with the customer and teammates on software safety related issues.
• Monitor, investigate, and resolve issues relative to Software System Safety Engineering.
• Perform Model Based Safety Analysis (MBSA) in coordination with air vehicle Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) efforts.
• Represent Bell with military/industry at Software System Safety Working Groups and Aircraft Software Working Groups.
• Provide guidance to Bell engineering teams and suppliers relative to Software System Safety Engineering.
• Review Bell and supplier submitted documents relative to Software System Safety Engineering IAW AMCOM Regulation 385-17.
• Influence air vehicle design to improve system and software safety features and design.

• Ability to prioritize work, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a team player mindset.
• Excellent communicator, must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, internal and external suppliers, and brief leaders/customers.
• We are looking for inquisitive and driven engineers with a passion to innovate.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering. Advanced degrees will be considered as additional experience. Related degrees with relevant experience may be considered.
• Multiple levels will be considered for this position with a minimum of 2 years’ software safety experience required.
• Work experience with either military System Safety Programs (MIL‑STD‑882) or civil System Safety Programs (SAE ARP
  4761).
• Work experience or strong familiarity with military software system safety guidance (Joint Services Software System Safety Engineering Handbook, AMCOM Regulation 385‑17).
• Work experience with either software development (RTCA DO‑178) or complex/programmable hardware development (RTCA DO‑254).

• You’ll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule.
• 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO).
• 120 hours Vacation time.
• 12‑13 paid holidays per year.
• 6 weeks parental leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive health insurance.
• On‑site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor.
• Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups.
• And so much more.

It’s time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let’s make history together.

We are on a journey to amplify innovation, cultivate purpose, and bridge experiences by fostering a culture that is driven by unique perspectives, voices, and values.

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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 (Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Bell Textron Inc.

US-Texas-Fort Worth

Engineering

Full‑time

Individual Contributor

Experienced

First Shift

Yes, 10% of the Time

Available

Onsite

12/23/2025, 10:20:31 PM