**Human Factors Manager, FLRAA Mission Systems** **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\. _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 in Fort Worth, TX and will work at both Headquarters and the SIL in Arlington TX at the Flight Research Center\. **Human Factors Manager, FLRAA Mission Systems** The Human Factors Manager is responsible for leading the team that develops the pilot / vehicle interface\. Your team will work from anthropometric requirements and pilot feedback to create task analysis and simulations to inform how our pilots and passengers’ interface with the aircraft and aircraft controls\. This role will be an integral part of the team, working closely the customer, other Integrated Product Teams, and suppliers\. **What you’ll be doing as a Human Factors Manager:** Manage and coach human factors engineers to ensure an engaged and skilled team\.Manage and provide status updates on schedule, cost, risk, and staffing requirements\.Work closely with Bell engineers and pilots to establish system design, operating, and training requirements to ensure optimized human\-machine interfaces\.Work closely with other teams to complete design trade studies while maintaining operability and maintainability\.Actively engage with other IPTs to provide continuous evaluation of the design evolution, always looking for Human Factors compliance and improvements\.Work closely with the customer to incorporate user feedback into the design and ensure the aircraft is able to successfully support the end\-user’s mission\.Support simulation, lab, and aircraft test activities to evaluate and improve proposed designs\. **Qualifications** **Skills You Bring To this Role** **:** * Previous leadership experience in the aerospace and defense industry \(including formal or informal, technical or non\-technical\) * Previous experience with supplier management and project management * Excellent communicator: must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers and other Integrated Product Team members\. * Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook **What you need to be successful:** * Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Psychology\. Related degrees with relevant experience will be considered\. Advanced degrees may be considered as additional experience\. * At least 8 years of experience in technical roles or project engineering roles within the aerospace and defense industry\. * 2 years of Technical Leadership experience \(indirect team leadership experience may be considered\)\. * Familiarity with human factors design principles and how they apply to aircraft, rotorcraft or tiltrotor designs\. * Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance **Preferred Skills include:** Previous experience designing aerospace systems in accordance with MIL\-STD\-1472 human engineering requirementsPrevious experience working with engineers and pilots to establish system design requirements, operating requirements, and training requirements to ensure optimized human\-machine interfaces\.Previous experience working in simulation lab and aircraft test environments to evaluate and improve proposed designs\.Previous experience performing workload assessments, usability testing, and task analyses for cockpit, cabin and ground operations\.Previous experience building integrated master schedules and using EVMS principles to measure progress **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\. Preference given to Veterans of the U\. S\. Armed Forces\. **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:** 09/08/2025, 11:36:32 AM **Job Number:** 335977