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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Navigation System Integration Engineer - **Company:** Bell Textron Inc. - **Location:** Fort Worth, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Human-Computer Interaction, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Subsystems, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Integration Tests, Bug Reporting, Information Technology - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f39776d1312122b7 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree with a Major in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineer, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or Computer Engineering. Advanced degrees will be considered as additional experience. * At least 8 years of experience in aircraft system/sub-system development and integration. * Experience with integration and certification of aviation navigation systems and components, including an Embedded GPS/INS (EGI), Radar Altimeter, TACAN, VOR, ILS, etc. * Experienced with development and analysis of system architectures * Knowledge of RTCA DO-160, MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-461, MIL-STD-464, RTCA DO-178, RTCA DO-254, RTCA DO-236, RTCA DO-200, AC 20-138, SAE ARP4754, SAE ARP4761, 14 CFR Part 27, AC 25-11B and Part 29 for commercial and military qualification and certification of aircraft systems, and multiple data protocols. * Experience with Systems Engineering and Model Based Systems Engineering. * Experience with integration and certification of flight management systems. * Experienced with verification by analyses, within a systems integration lab, and through Flight Test * Experience with schematics, physical aircraft installation, functional testing, and troubleshooting. * Experience with change and configuration management processes. * Knowledge of Open Systems Standards (FACE, HOST, JCA, or MOSA (Modular Open Systems Architecture/Approach) * We are looking for inquisitive and driven engineers with a passion to innovate\! * Experience with requirement validation and verification * Experience with qualification/certification activities * Experience in Aircraft level integration, including ground and flight test * Experience with evaluation of System Safety Analyses * Ability to gain and maintain a U.S. Secret Clearance. ## Description The Bell V-280 Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) Future Vertical Lift (FVL) Program has opportunities available for Navigation System Integration Engineers within the FLRAA Mission Systems Team. The Navigation Systems Integration Engineer is responsible for the architecture, development, integration, test, and certification of the Navigation System for the FLRAA program. System responsibilities include the development and integration of the navigation hardware and software architecture utilizing strategic initiatives like Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) and Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE). This role is integral as part of a multifunctional team, working with other IPTs, suppliers and communicating with the customer. What you'll be doing as a Navigation System Integration Engineer: * Develop and integrate the Navigation System architecture and functionality through collaboration with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, functions, and design considerations * Decompose aircraft and system-level functions and requirements for allocation to item level with consideration for System Safety * Lead Navigation System validation, verification, and qualification activities throughout the program lifecycle * Integrate key engineering disciplines with the Navigation System including Human Factors, HMI, Cyber Security, Safety, Reliability, Flight Controls, Avionics and Vehicle systems. * Resolve Navigation System integration issues, manage problem reports, and change requests * Coordinate with IPTs, suppliers, and stakeholders to execute design plans and reviews * Lead design through all phases of development from pre and detailed design, integration testing, qualification, flight test, and production. * Define and coordinate system, subsystem, and component qualification activities for the Navigation System * Evaluate and manage suppliers, including technical assessments of supplier schedules and deliverables ## Related Videos - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Debugging in the Dark](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1658-debugging-in-the-dark) - [10M Data Records Lost, Underwater Computing, and Psychedelic Fish - Matthias Geniar](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1908-10m-data-records-lost-underwater-computing-and-psychedelic-fish-matthias-geniar) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023) - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)