Software Integration Manager, MV-Aircraft

Software Integration Manager, MV-75 Aircraft

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, sun setting 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 across the industry to design, develop, and deliver the world’s next‑generation military aircraft.

This role is located on site at Bell Fort Worth, TX headquarters, with occasional travel as required per business needs.

• Create and manage a team of Software and Project Engineers to meet program goals and schedule.
• Plan detailed tasks and estimate the budget to execute program schedule.
• Responsible for the program Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) for software development, integration, and delivery to the MV-75 aircraft.
• Coordinate with design IPTs and suppliers to produce software Contract Data Requirements List deliverables per the IMS.
• Support the review of supplier data requirements list submittals for design IPTs.
• Manage weapon‑system level software development plans, defining the process for inclusion of cyber and safety objectives with DO‑178C, joint participation with the USG customer, and aircraft software documentation and installation on the MV‑75 aircraft.
• Own all software metrics and progress tracking for program status reviews.
• Lead the software development working group with the USG customer to coordinate deliverables, software Critical Design Reviews (CDRs), software Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), test witnessing, and manage program software risks.

• Software configuration management experience.
• Management and leadership skills specific to leading teams to meet established goals and objectives.
• Organization, coordination, and collaboration skills to plan and manage programmatic objectives.
• Clear and effective communication at all levels within an organization.
• Civil certification or military qualification experience is desired.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science (Mechanical or other related degrees may be considered with applicable experience).
• Must be able to gain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance.
• At least 5 years aircraft engineering experience developing software including software integration for aircraft.
• 2 years of management experience in software development is preferred.
• Knowledge of DO‑178C process demonstrated through executing development of airborne software.
• Understanding of certification of airborne system/software processes (DO‑178C, DO‑297, DO‑326, DO‑254, and ARP 4754A) is desired.
• DO‑178C DAL A development experience preferred.

• Off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule.
• 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO).
• 120 hours of 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.

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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 U.S. 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