Job Description
Qualifications
2 years directly related work experience with aerospace/defense industry software processes (such as RTCA DO-178, RTCA DO-254, SAE ARP-4754, MIL-STD-4+8, etc.)
Experience in software requirements development
Software design and coding (C/C , Ada, or other embedded programming languages)
Embedded software/hardware verification background or knowledge
Demonstrated basic understanding of audit techniques
Demonstrated basic understanding of software development methods and software testing methods
Ability to interpret schematic drawings, specifications, contracts that will enable development and review of systems & software processes
Bachelor of Science Degree is required in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science or other related degrees
Ability to travel may be required to support program activities and auditing software suppliers up to 20% as the business requires
Continuous learner to develop your knowledge base through research, training, and hands-on experience
Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
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
Benefits
You'll be off every other Friday with our +/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
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
Responsibilities
The Software Quality Assurance organization is responsible for planning, establishing, and maintaining an effective program that will ensure compliance with company, contractual, and regulatory requirements of deliverable software configuration items
The team supports new and legacy software development projects on both Commercial and Military Aircraft programs
Bring your experience and ideas and help us develop compliant software for cutting edge commercial, military, manned and optionally manned aircraft, along with legacy aircraft
This role will be an integral part of the team, working closely with customers and subcontractors to verify and audit that the delivered software complies with the standards set by the company and the regulator agency
These roles are on site at our Fort Worth, TX headquarters and require up to 20% travel
This position participates in monitoring every phase of the software development process to ensure design quality, making sure that the aircraft delivered software adheres to the standards set by the development company and satisfies regulatory requirements
Handle software process auditor work scope, technical requirements, program risks, and delivery milestone schedule
Interface with systems and software development personnel, test and evaluation personnel, and project managers
Review and approve systems, software and test equipment requirements, design, and test documentation for compliance to process requirements and standards
Participate/interface with the engineering counterparts on program activities to assure processes and products are compliant to contractual and company process requirements and standards
Participate in the software change control process boards
Work with SMEs, Customers, and Suppliers, with minimal direction from the manager or senior level peer to support technical issues as they relate to software quality
Support efforts to train less experienced team members
Continue to develop your knowledge base through research, training, and hands-on experience
Job description
Aircraft Software Quality Sr. Engineer DO-178
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 are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), part of the US Army's Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless, and Bell's High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation stop-fold tilt-rotor.
Aircraft Software Quality Sr. Engineers, DO-178 or DO-254
The Software Quality Assurance organization is responsible for planning, establishing, and maintaining an effective program that will ensure compliance with company, contractual, and regulatory requirements of deliverable software configuration items. The team supports new and legacy software development projects on both Commercial and Military Aircraft programs.
Bring your experience and ideas and help us develop compliant software for cutting edge commercial, military, manned and optionally manned aircraft, along with legacy aircraft.
This role will be an integral part of the team, working closely with customers and subcontractors to verify and audit that the delivered software complies with the standards set by the company and the regulator agency.
These roles are on site at our Fort Worth, TX headquarters and require up to 20% travel.
Wh at you'll be doing as a Software Quality Sr. Engineer:
• This position participates in monitoring every phase of the software development process to ensure design quality, making sure that the aircraft delivered software adheres to the standards set by the development company and satisfies regulatory requirements.
• Handle software process auditor work scope, technical requirements, program risks, and delivery milestone schedule.
• Interface with systems and software development personnel, test and evaluation personnel, and project managers.
• Review and approve systems, software and test equipment requirements, design, and test documentation for compliance to process requirements and standards.
• Participate/interface with the engineering counterparts on program activities to assure processes and products are compliant to contractual and company process requirements and standards.
• Participate in the software change control process boards
• Work with SMEs, Customers, and Suppliers, with minimal direction from the manager or senior level peer to support technical issues as they relate to software quality.
• Support efforts to train less experienced team members.
• Continue to develop your knowledge base through research, training, and hands-on experience.
Qualifications
Skills You Bring To this Role:
• 2 years directly related work experience with aerospace/defense industry software processes (such as RTCA DO-178, RTCA DO-254, SAE ARP-4754, MIL-STD-4+8, etc.)
• Experience in software requirements development.
• Software design and coding (C/C , Ada, or other embedded programming languages)
• Embedded software/hardware verification background or knowledge.
• Demonstrated basic understanding of audit techniques.
• Demonstrated basic understanding of software development methods and software testing methods.
• Ability to interpret schematic drawings, specifications, contracts that will enable development and review of systems & software processes.
What you need to be successful:
• Bachelor of Science Degree is required in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science or other related degrees.
• Ability to travel may be required to support program activities and auditing software suppliers up to 20% as the business requires.
• Continuous learner to develop your knowledge base through research, training, and hands-on experience.
What we offer you in return
• You'll be off every other Friday with our +/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, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, ****** orientation, gender identity, 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: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
Relocation: Available
Job Posting: 0+/02/2026, 8:24:5+ AM
Job Number: 325621
2 years directly related work experience with aerospace/defense industry software processes (such as RTCA DO-178, RTCA DO-254, SAE ARP-4754, MIL-STD-4+8, etc.)
Experience in software requirements development
Software design and coding (C/C , Ada, or other embedded programming languages)
Embedded software/hardware verification background or knowledge
Demonstrated basic understanding of audit techniques
Demonstrated basic understanding of software development methods and software testing methods
Ability to interpret schematic drawings, specifications, contracts that will enable development and review of systems & software processes
Bachelor of Science Degree is required in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science or other related degrees
Ability to travel may be required to support program activities and auditing software suppliers up to 20% as the business requires
Continuous learner to develop your knowledge base through research, training, and hands-on experience
Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
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
Benefits
You'll be off every other Friday with our +/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
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
Responsibilities
The Software Quality Assurance organization is responsible for planning, establishing, and maintaining an effective program that will ensure compliance with company, contractual, and regulatory requirements of deliverable software configuration items
The team supports new and legacy software development projects on both Commercial and Military Aircraft programs
Bring your experience and ideas and help us develop compliant software for cutting edge commercial, military, manned and optionally manned aircraft, along with legacy aircraft
This role will be an integral part of the team, working closely with customers and subcontractors to verify and audit that the delivered software complies with the standards set by the company and the regulator agency
These roles are on site at our Fort Worth, TX headquarters and require up to 20% travel
This position participates in monitoring every phase of the software development process to ensure design quality, making sure that the aircraft delivered software adheres to the standards set by the development company and satisfies regulatory requirements
Handle software process auditor work scope, technical requirements, program risks, and delivery milestone schedule
Interface with systems and software development personnel, test and evaluation personnel, and project managers
Review and approve systems, software and test equipment requirements, design, and test documentation for compliance to process requirements and standards
Participate/interface with the engineering counterparts on program activities to assure processes and products are compliant to contractual and company process requirements and standards
Participate in the software change control process boards
Work with SMEs, Customers, and Suppliers, with minimal direction from the manager or senior level peer to support technical issues as they relate to software quality
Support efforts to train less experienced team members
Continue to develop your knowledge base through research, training, and hands-on experience
Job description
Aircraft Software Quality Sr. Engineer DO-178
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 are developing the future of Army Aviation with the Bell Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), part of the US Army's Future Vertical Lift (FVL) modernization effort. We are also developing the Bell 525 Relentless, and Bell's High-Speed Vertical Take-Off and Landing (HSVTOL) program, a next generation stop-fold tilt-rotor.
Aircraft Software Quality Sr. Engineers, DO-178 or DO-254
The Software Quality Assurance organization is responsible for planning, establishing, and maintaining an effective program that will ensure compliance with company, contractual, and regulatory requirements of deliverable software configuration items. The team supports new and legacy software development projects on both Commercial and Military Aircraft programs.
Bring your experience and ideas and help us develop compliant software for cutting edge commercial, military, manned and optionally manned aircraft, along with legacy aircraft.
This role will be an integral part of the team, working closely with customers and subcontractors to verify and audit that the delivered software complies with the standards set by the company and the regulator agency.
These roles are on site at our Fort Worth, TX headquarters and require up to 20% travel.
Wh at you'll be doing as a Software Quality Sr. Engineer:
• This position participates in monitoring every phase of the software development process to ensure design quality, making sure that the aircraft delivered software adheres to the standards set by the development company and satisfies regulatory requirements.
• Handle software process auditor work scope, technical requirements, program risks, and delivery milestone schedule.
• Interface with systems and software development personnel, test and evaluation personnel, and project managers.
• Review and approve systems, software and test equipment requirements, design, and test documentation for compliance to process requirements and standards.
• Participate/interface with the engineering counterparts on program activities to assure processes and products are compliant to contractual and company process requirements and standards.
• Participate in the software change control process boards
• Work with SMEs, Customers, and Suppliers, with minimal direction from the manager or senior level peer to support technical issues as they relate to software quality.
• Support efforts to train less experienced team members.
• Continue to develop your knowledge base through research, training, and hands-on experience.
Qualifications
Skills You Bring To this Role:
• 2 years directly related work experience with aerospace/defense industry software processes (such as RTCA DO-178, RTCA DO-254, SAE ARP-4754, MIL-STD-4+8, etc.)
• Experience in software requirements development.
• Software design and coding (C/C , Ada, or other embedded programming languages)
• Embedded software/hardware verification background or knowledge.
• Demonstrated basic understanding of audit techniques.
• Demonstrated basic understanding of software development methods and software testing methods.
• Ability to interpret schematic drawings, specifications, contracts that will enable development and review of systems & software processes.
What you need to be successful:
• Bachelor of Science Degree is required in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science or other related degrees.
• Ability to travel may be required to support program activities and auditing software suppliers up to 20% as the business requires.
• Continuous learner to develop your knowledge base through research, training, and hands-on experience.
What we offer you in return
• You'll be off every other Friday with our +/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, gender, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, handicap, physical or mental disability, ****** orientation, gender identity, 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: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 20 % of the Time
Relocation: Available
Job Posting: 0+/02/2026, 8:24:5+ AM
Job Number: 325621
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Aircraft Software Quality Sr. Engineer DO-178 position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Fort Worth offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
