Textron · 7 hours ago
Mechanical Engineering Technician - Drive Systems Test Lab: Grand Prairie, TX
Fort Worth, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expTextron is a pioneering company in aviation, shaping the future through specialized engineering. The Engineering Technician in the Drive Systems Test Lab will support flight and fatigue testing environments by assembling aircraft components and conducting tests for component validation.
AerospaceFinanceIndustrial
No H1B
Responsibilities
Accountable for care and proper load application on various aircraft and test components following Engineering Laboratory Operating Procedures and Engineering Instructions
Build and maintain test stand configurations, building test specimens, perform testing, and documenting and photographing results
Interact with test engineers and other laboratory technicians to ensure that assigned DSTL test program requirements in the lab facilities are fulfilled
Maintain communication with personnel in other laboratories and departments to ensure a coordinated effort is maintained and continued support of assigned tasks
Adhere to requirements for accurate record keeping, documentation, and helicopter component assembly/installation
Qualification
Required
Associate's Degree in Science, Technology, or related field, or equivalent mechanical experience combined with a high school diploma
Minimum 2 years of mechanical experience on aircraft, transportation or industrial equipment
Your own set of mechanics hand tools
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and stand for 9 hours
Ability to work 2nd shift as needed based on business needs
Strong mechanical skills with the ability to read and understand mechanical drawings, reports, specifications, and/or engineering instructions to care for, install and properly load dynamic components
Organization skills to properly relay and document results and procedures
Effective communication skills to build and maintain effective relationships with the DSTL and other departments at Bell
Preferred
A&P license is preferred
Benefits
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
Company
Textron
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1B2025-10-16Post Ipo Debt· $1B
1978-01-13IPO
Leadership Team
Jörg Rautenstrauch
President and CEO Industrial Segment and Kautex
Scott Donnelly
President and chief operating officer
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