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Innovations

Innovations

What distinguishes an innovator? Our motivation is grounded in passion and purpose, because our users need the very best. Safeguarding their mission and empowering their success drive us to push past possible.
Autonomous Vehicle Controls

All In For Autonomy

Autonomous systems are all basically the same, right? Not even close. What works well for the amateur enthusiast won’t cut it for the rigors of the military operating environment. Armed forces utilize their unmanned systems in some of the most challenging weather, rugged terrain and dangerous mission sets in the world. As a result, their autonomous systems need to be survivable, reliable and extend the capability and senses of the humans they support. Textron Systems has collaborated with customers and academia for years to develop, demonstrate and mature autonomous technologies for the air, surface and ground domains. The mature building blocks of our capabilities can be tailored across domains to solve the most complex end user requirements.

UAV hovering

The Future of UAS: Vectored Thrust Flight Control

Today’s technologies allow reliable fixed-wing and vertical-takeoff-and-landing (VTOL) unmanned aircraft system (UAS) configurations. Advanced systems like our Aerosonde® HQ UAS allow transition between VTOL and horizontal flight. But what’s next?

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SPHINX Hovering

X5-55 UAS

As a leader in unmanned aircraft design for more than 30 years, Textron Systems continues to push the envelope in unmanned aircraft systems design and operations. Introduced in 2018, our Applied Technologies & Advanced Programs team unveiled its most recent group I Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) test bed, the X5-55.

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HUNTSMAN™ Small Unmanned Aircraft System

Textron Systems Australia received an innovation contract from the Australian Army, in conjunction with the Defence Innovation Hub, to provide a concept for a next-generation Small Unmanned Aerial System (SUAS) for use by Australian soldiers.

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Grizzly™ Small Multi-Purpose Equipment Transport

Textron Systems has joined forces with Howe & Howe Technologies to develop and refine an advanced vehicle for the U.S. Army's Small Multi-Purpose Equipment Transport (SMET) program.

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Advanced Technology and Engineering Services

Advanced Technology and Engineering Services

Lycoming Engines offers a comprehensive line of advanced technology and engineering services. From services such as engine dynamometer power checks, calibration checks, test cell services, and altitude testing services, Lycoming supports a variety of engine testing needs of customers.

Fuels Leadership

FUELS LEADERSHIP

Lycoming Engines continues to bring unleaded general aviation fuel options to our engines to reduce the overall cost of aircraft ownership and stimulate advancements in aviation technology.

Havoc-M

HAVOC-M

Textron Systems and Arctic Cat are redefining the light-tactical vehicle. The Havoc-M concept combines all-terrain performance with large, quickly configurable payload capacity – providing a platform with the power and versatility to fulfill multi-mission capabilities across operational environments.

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State-of-the-Art Manufacturing and Engine Testing

State-of-the-Art Manufacturing and Engine Testing

Advanced technology center can simulate nearly all aspects of flight to ensure a high degree of flight readiness.

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Man in Materials Lab

Materials Laboratory

The Lycoming Materials Laboratory is one of the most advanced labs of its kind in general aviation, staffed by some of the most capable scientists in the industry.

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Disruptors Wanted

Our mission is simple. We put tomorrow’s technology in the world’s hands today. If you are a courageous thinker who is inspired by the mission of our users, apply today.
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