Integrated Modular Avionics - Lead Engineer

Bell Flight invites you to join as the Integrated Modular Avionics – Lead Engineer on the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) program.

• Direct and mentor a team of engineers in the development and implementation of IMA systems.
• Work with stakeholders to define, document, and manage system requirements, particularly in relation to DO-297.
• Design and develop IMA system architectures, ensuring they meet safety, performance, and functional requirements.
• Ensure adherence to DO-297 guidelines throughout the development lifecycle, including safety assessments, verification and validation, and configuration management.
• Oversee the integration of hardware and software components, conducting rigorous testing and validation to ensure system functionality and reliability.
• Collaborate with certification authorities to obtain necessary approvals for IMA systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
• Work closely with other engineering disciplines, including software, hardware, and systems engineering, as well as with cross‑functional teams.
• Possess strong problem‑solving skills and excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively convey technical information and collaborate with stakeholders.

• Experience with aircraft certification processes and requirements.
• Proven leadership and project management skills, including the ability to lead and mentor teams.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools, including requirements management tools, modeling and simulation tools, and configuration management tools.
• Able to communicate directly with senior leadership inside and outside the company.
• Self‑motivated and able to track and report performance to cost and schedule.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Experience with MOSA and Future Airborne Capability Environment (FACE) is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering, computer engineering, or computer science is required. Mechanical or other engineering degrees may be considered with applicable experience.
• At least 10 years of experience in Integrated Modular Avionics in accordance with RTCA‑DO297 guidance.
• Ability to gain and maintain US Secret Clearance.
• Be proficient in relevant standards and guidance, including ARP 4754A, ARP 4761, DO‑178, and DO‑254.
• Strong understanding of Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) architecture, principles, and DO‑297 guidance.

• 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.

Bell 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 (i.e. ‘Green Card Holder’), Political Asylee, or Refugee. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including U.S. Citizenship, for access to classified information.