Manager, FLRAA Systems Safety Engineering

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We are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) as part of the US Army’s Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless, and Bells High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation rotor-craft This position is onsite in Fort Worth however, exceptions for alternate work arrangements may be considered.

Manager, FLRAA System Safety Engineering

The Manager, FLRAA System Safety Engineering is responsible for managing the system safety process, analyses, and personnel for the FLRAA program. This includes professional development of internal talent, sourcing of additional talent when required, providing input to the overall master schedule; identifying, developing and tracking required deliverables and developing, managing and communicating the system safety methodology for internal and external customers. The position will be at the forefront of emerging system safety techniques including Model Based Safety Analysis (MBSA) and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to incorporate ARP4761 and MIL STD-882E safety process. This position is based at Bell’s Ft. Worth, TX headquarters facility.

What you’ll be doing as the FLRAA System Safety Engineering Manager

· Manage the ARP4761 and MIL STD-882E safety process and provide technical oversight for the System Safety Team.

· Planning, defining and verifying system safety requirements and safety analysis artifacts to ensure design integrity and safety.

· Planning detailed tasks and estimating the budget to execute.

· Manage manpower resources and tools to support the program timeline and deliverables.

· Represent Bell with military/industry at System Safety Working Groups.

· Work within the engineering team to ensure air vehicle safety of flight.

· Influencing air vehicle design to improve system safety features and design.

· Performing Model Based Safety Analysis (MBSA) in coordination with air vehicle Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) efforts.

· Developing Fault management techniques to be employed by the system hardware/software to mitigate hazards.

Skills You Bring To this Role

· Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with cross functional teams in resolving complex highly integrated functional systems problems.

· Direct experience with defense safety process defined in MIL-STD-882 or the civil safety process defined in Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) ARP-4754 and ARP-4761.

· Experience in the development and execution of System and Software System Safety Program Plans.

· Experience in leading and mentoring engineers performing system safety analyses for a commercial or military development program at an aircraft, system, or sub-system level.

· Management and oversight of supplier Safety Assessment Reports and safety deliverables.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

· Demonstrated Communication Skills needed to brief top-level management, customers and/or large groups on an occasional-to-frequent basis.

· Candidates must be eligible to obtain Secret Security Clearance.

What you need to be successful

· We are for looking someone who understands the enormity of the customer’s mission and brings an innate passion for the customer’s safety and success to the workplace every day.

· Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.

· 15 years engineering experience in the aerospace industry performing system safety analyses for a development program along with 3 years of leadership experience is required.

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 (remove for bargained employees)

· 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.

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