Bell Helicopter - Flight Test Dynamics Engineer
Description
Bell Helicopter is seeking a FLIGHT TEST DYNAMICS ENGINEER. This position is located at the Patuxent River Naval Air Station in Maryland and supports the Bell Helicopter MV-22 Osprey Flight Test Program. Data analysis includes spectral, harmonic, and time history analysis of airframe and drive system for determining airframe, avionics, engine, and drive train loads and vibration.
Job Field: Engineering
Primary Location: Patuxent River, Maryland, United States
Schedule: Full-Time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 12/07/2017, 7:07:15 AM
Please click on the career link here and apply for requisition #258639, or visit us online at http://bellflight.com/careers.
Position Responsibilities
- Prepare test plans.
- Support flight tests.
- Analyzing flight test data.
- Prepare test data summaries and reports.
- Represent the Bell Structural Dynamics Group in pre- and post-flight test meetings, telemetry room monitoring, instrumentation review and data analysis.
Qualifications
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering – or similar discipline – is required.
- Master’s Degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
Position Requirements:
- Opportunities are available in multiple labor grades based on proficiency and experience.
- Five (5+) years of experience in structural dynamics is preferred. Experience with helicopters and flight testing is strongly preferred.
- The position requires an understanding of instrumentation and vibration test equipment.
- A dynamics background from course studies or work experience is required.
- Position requires 5% to 10% travel, as needed.
- The selected applicant must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security classification.
- Must have the availability to work overtime as required in flight test environment.
- The position requires excellent organizational, technical, verbal, and written communication skills.
EEO Statement
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