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 Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) is the Premier Vertical Lift military program in the world. Bells FLRAA aircraft will become the Armys primary assault aircraft for the next 30 years, sunsetting UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters and advancing the Armys assault capabilities. The FLRAA program is utilizing the latest in cutting edge technology to expand the United States Army’s tactical advantage in future conflicts. The Bell FLRAA team seeks the top engineering talents from around the industry to design, develop, and deliver the world’s next-generation military aircraft.

Core Avionics Integrated Product Team (IPT), FLRAA Aircraft Network Architect - Staff Engineer

Within the FLRAA Core Avionics IPT, the Network Architecture Staff Engineer is responsible for design and integration of hardware and software making up the platform Digital Backbone network.

The Network Architect Staff Engineer is also responsible for development and maturing the technology to ensure the systems meets maturity and capabilities for the aircraft platform. This requires coordination between multiple suppliers, US government and standard committees.

Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA) is an avionics system architecture that replaces multiple, separate processors and line replaceable units (LRUs) with fewer, more centralized processing units. This approach leads to weight reduction and cost savings, making it a popular choice in modern aircraft, including FLRAA.

What You Will Be Doing as FLRAA Aircraft Network Architect - Staff Engineer

• Developing, creating, and leading aircraft network design working groups, network verification plans and validating network configurations.

• Leading team members in the development of incremental lab and flight test to mature and verify the Digital Backbone network.

• Working with high-speed LAN in a secure environment.

• Working with program IPTs and Suppliers to iterate on data design.

• Working with suppliers on network integration tooling development.

• Utilize data/functional architecture models to integrate software and hardware.

• Troubleshoot and resolve system integration/verification issues.

• Coordinate with Internal and External IPTs, suppliers, and peers to generate and execute projects/design plans and reviews.

• Manage and coordinate issues, problem reports and change requests to closure.

• Coordinate design changes and deliveries with Safety, Security and Certification organizations.

• Escalate issues that need additional engineering or business leadership assistance in a timely manner.

Skills You Bring To This Role:

• Experience in implementing a high security network using modern cyber techniques

• Experience in bringing to market immature network technologies (TRL growth)

• Experience working in an embedded SIL or Avionics Lab environment.

• Experience with MBSE tools (eg EA Sparx, IBM Rhapsody, Cameo) and CM tools (eg SVN, Clearcase, git, Dimensions)

• Able to communicate directly with senior leadership inside and outside the company.

• Self-motivated and able to track and report performance to cost and schedule.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)

• Experience working with ARINC 429, MIL-STD-1553, CAN, AFDX and or TSN is a plus

• Experience with Future Airborne Capability Environment (FACE) is a plus  

What you need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science is required. Mechanical or Other Engineering degrees may be considered with applicable experience.

• At least 18 plus years of experience especially in Integrated Modular Avionics  

• Experience with architecture, development and leading Digital Network Design   

• Experience in design and integration of hardware and software making up a platform Digital Backbone network

• Ability to gain and maintain US Secret Clearance 

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.

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