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, Bell’s Autonomous Pod Transport (APT), and Bells High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation stop-fold aircraft.

This position is onsite in Fort Worth, TX.

Lines Design

Bring your experience and ideas and help us develop and maintain quality master shapes to define all contoured aircraft components such as the fuselage, cowling, inlet, tail boom, wing, fin, elevator, fairings, and rotor blades. You will also be responsible for tooling surface models for parts that are contour dependent.

This role will be an integral part of the team, working closely with customers, internal and external suppliers, as well as Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to complete design tasks. You’ll be able to hone your technical abilities on significant design problems, all while gaining experience in leadership and communication.

What you’ll be doing as a Lines Surfacing Designer

• Create surfaces defining shapes that are functional, manufacturable, and meet requirements provided by other design groups, aerodynamics, and manufacturing.
• Establish and document the master geometry model for each aircraft product. This model defines location and nomenclature of major structure and drive systems to insure consistent use by other design groups throughout the aircraft design.
• Produce Basic Surface Data Sheets and Three-View Drawings for all aircraft.
• Maintain legacy lines data and convert to 3D CAD models when necessary.
• Coordinate with other engineering, manufacturing, or specialty personnel to resolve surface or contour-related problems.

Skills You Bring To this Role:

• Understanding of all design components affecting the appearance of the external surface is required.
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 or equivalent software required, CATIA V6 or 3DX is preferred.
• Understanding of G1-Tangent modeling capability.
• Ability to develop, release and control Basic Geometric and Surface Data is required.
• Ability to translate Basic Geometric Data into a form needed for a specific purpose.
• Must have the ability to communicate efficiently and effectively to coordinate design activities, prioritize tasks, and report status to design leads.
• Must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, internal and external suppliers, as well as Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to complete design tasks.

What you need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Minimum 2 years of experience with Lines Design or Aircraft Design.

What we offer you in return:

• 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 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.