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We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. We are a part of Textron Inc., one of the world’s leading multi-industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat and Many more. Our company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services.

But our business is all about people – the customers who rely on us and the exceptional team that brings our mission to life. 

We’ve been in the industry for more than 50 years and embraced the unique capabilities that come with being a mid-sized player. We bring the agility of a small business to meet our customers’ most urgent requirements and empower our team members to push past possible. We can scale quickly to solve the big problems, working across functions, sites and business lines to make it happen. We’re comprised of 7 domains specializing in Air, Sea, Land, Weapon Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Test, Training & Simulation. 

Start your career in a big way by joining Textron Systems. We are here to provide necessary and life-changing services and products to our customers. We are right where the real work happens. By joining our team, you will gain exciting and versatile experiences from day one to fuel your growth. Talent development is a big part of who we are. Don’t just start your career – go big. 

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About This Role

The Textron Systems Tradeshows & Events Co-op will support the planning and coordination of tradeshows and events for our comprehensive portfolio of products and domains (business lines).  Reporting to the Manager of Tradeshows & Events, this position is part of Textron Systems’ Marketing & Communications team. The position is located in Hunt Valley, MD.

As a Trade Show & Events Co-op, you will work with the Marketing and Events team to plan and coordinate logistics for Textron Systems’ tradeshow presence throughout the calendar year.  You will have an opportunity to build and refine skills within event and tradeshow planning, project management and execution, costing, marketing, relationship development, work prioritization and time management, intrapersonal communication, etc.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

·        Working with Manager of Tradeshows & Events and other team members on annual tradeshow planning for Textron Systems

·        Conducting research and analysis of proposed tradeshows and costs, and present findings to team for review and consideration.

·        Coordinating aspects of assigned events:

o   Coordinate event and attendee logistics; track and meet show organizer deadlines and vendor deadlines including housing, badge passes, tradeshow logistics, invitation, graphics, video, shipping, etc.

o   Collaborate with events team members and marketing colleagues to offer creative solutions and ideas

o   Plan event details with assigned budget in mind, process show related invoices for payment and record spending

o   Provide weekly updates to the tradeshow manager on the status of all projects and tasks

o   Update show plans, coordinate planning meetings with key stakeholders pre-show and post-show.  Assist with post-show survey logistics and ROI analysis. 

o   Help maintain inventory of tradeshow properties and event materials

·        Utilize meeting scheduling tools to record customer engagements and meeting schedule updates, flow of meetings and use of conference room at select events

·        Support event activity with all levels of management and key stakeholders at various stages of show planning, execution, and post-show

·        Other duties as assigned