Manager, Mission Systems Sensors & Situational Awareness Team

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**Manager, Mission Systems - Sensors & Situational Awareness Team**

**Description**


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.

The MV-75 Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) is the Premier Vertical Lift military program in the world.

Bell's MV-75 FLRAA aircraft will become the Army's primary assault aircraft for the next 30 years, sunsetting UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters and advancing the Army's assault capabilities.

The MV-75 program is utilizing the latest in cutting edge technology to expand the United States Army’s tactical advantage in future conflicts.

The Bell MV-75 team seeks the top engineering talents from around the industry to design, develop, and deliver the world’s next-generation military aircraft.

This position is **onsite i** n Fort Worth, TX and will work at both Headquarters and the SIL in Arlington TX at the Flight Research Center.

**Manager, Mission Systems - Sensors & Situational Awareness Team**

The Bell V-280 Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) Future Vertical Lift (FVL) Program has an opportunity available for a manager of our Sensors & Situational Awareness (SA) team within the FLRAA Mission Systems organization.

The Sensors & SA Manager is responsible for the design, development, integration, procurement, and test of an integrated sensor suite.

These sensor systems play an important role in aiding the pilot to fly the aircraft and execute the mission.

Responsibilities include overseeing the development of an architecture that includes strategic initiatives like Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).

This role will also require you to work closely with cross functional teams such as systems engineering, human factors, cyber security, and safety.

**What you’ll be doing as a Manager, Sensors & Situational Awareness Team**


* Managing and coaching Mission Systems engineers to ensure an engaged and skilled team responsible for design implementation and integration; requirements management; systems and component specifications; interface management; system safety assessment; validation and verification testing in systems integration labs; and aircraft flight test.


* Leading the team through all phases of development from pre and detailed design, qualification, integration testing, flight test, and production.


* Technical evaluation of suppliers and managing subcontracts including SOW, Specifications, ICDs, RFPs, and schedules.

Managing suppliers through all phases of development, integration and test.


* Working collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams to define cross-functional interfaces and conduct aircraft-level trade studies as designs move from concept to production.


* Manage and provide status updates on IPT Schedule, Cost Estimates, Risks, and staffing requirements.


* Interface with end users and customers including pilots, U.S government representatives and airworthiness authorities.

**Qualifications**


**Skills You Bring To this Role:**


* Experience with avionics integration and the processes required to combine individual components into an effective overall system


* Experience with supplier management and project management


* Previous leadership experience guiding teams of engineers

**What you need to be successful:**


* Bachelor’s degree with a Major in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.

Advanced degrees may be considered as additional experience.


* At least 8 years of experience in aircraft system/sub-system development and integration.


* At least 2 years of Technical Leadership experience (indirect team leadership experience may be considered).


* Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance


* Experience with electro-optical or infrared sensors used in applications such as reconnaissance, situational awareness, or targeting


* Experience with analysis and flight test activities used to validate the safety and effectiveness of sensor and imaging systems when installed on aircraft

**Preferred Skills include:**


* Experience with the use of sensor systems to aid flight in degraded visual environments (DVE)


* Experience with helmet mounted displays used to provide heads-up eyes-out situational awareness


* Experience with radio frequency (RF) sensors such as weather radar, stormscopes, synthetic aperture radar, targeting radar, or terrain following radar


* Experience with EVMS


* Experience in development of system architectures and schematics.


* Experience in Mission System development and testing in a systems integration lab.


* Experience in aircraft installation, functional testing, and troubleshooting.


* System engineering and configuration management processes.


* Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering


* Knowledge of Open Systems Standards (FACE, HOST, JCA, or MOSA (Modular Open Systems Architecture/Approach)

**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 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.

**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**

**EEO Statement**

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 US Citizenship, for access to classified information.
**Recruiting Company:** Bell Textron Inc.


**Primary Location:** US-Texas-Fort Worth
**Job Function:** Engineering
**Schedule:** Full-time
**Job Level:** Manager with Direct Reports
**Job Type:** Experienced
**Shift:** First Shift
**Travel:** Yes, 5 % of the Time
**Relocation:** Available
**Job Posting:** 09/05/2025, 5:59:21 PM
**Job Number:** 335981

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