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Who We Are
Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands: Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming and ATAC.
The segment offers specialized products and services that fall into several capability areas: Air; Land; Sea; Propulsion; Weapon Systems; Electronic Systems; and Test, Training & Simulation.
We tap into these capabilities to deliver exceptional solutions, including product development and manufacturing, training, operations and support All efforts are backed by the strength of our parent company — Textron Inc — which includes prominent brands such as Bell, Cessna and Beechcraft.
Drawing from our diverse teams of experts and harnessing the unlimited power of teamwork, we put tomorrow’s technology in the world’s hands today.
Here at Lycoming Engines, we produce four-, six-, and eight-cylinder aircraft engines. We power 60% of the world’s general aviation fleet. For over 90 years, we earned our reputation for reliability and flexibility with our extensive range of aircraft engines trusted by pilots, owners, and general aviation enthusiasts. Lycoming takes great pride in being the only U.S. owned and operated aviation piston engine manufacturer, and we build every engine as though we were going to fly it ourselves.
Visit Lycoming.com?&?TextronSystems.com?to read more about who we are and the products we make!
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About this Role
We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:
- Conducting supplier audits to quality standards and in support of supplier selection and improvement.
- Driving effective root cause analyses and corrective action for Lycoming and its customers. Spearheads process improvement activities at supplier facilities.
- Facilitating preventative actions and process control supplier projects that improve quality.
- Analyzing and making decisions utilizing metrics meaningful to supplier quality improvement.
- Providing a clear vision of supplier development strategy and processes for internal and supplier teams.
Supplier Quality Engineer/Supplier Development Engineer III
Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
Job Summary:
Supplier Quality Engineer/Supplier Development Engineer III is responsible for delivering strategic and tactical supply chain activities for our supply base to effectively support all Textron Systems’ businesses across all site locations with a focus on overall external supply chain improvement.
Each team member will develop optimized external supply chain capability, enabling the highest levels of competition among the highest performing suppliers, geographically located; to optimally support our business throughout all phases of the product life cycle with a particular focus on Quality.
This role includes performing: - supplier assessments and development evaluations, supplier identification, and supplier management tasks. Working collaboratively across all product domains to understand the needs of the business and drive supply chain execution and accountability to the highest attainable level
The ability to travel is a catalyst to support our growing network of top performing suppliers, building relationships, competence and trust to support the development and delivery success of the many state-of-the-art Textron product lines, and when needed, engage in problem solving challenges that differentiates us from our competition. The network will further extend to capture internal customers in program management, engineering, and manufacturing, whilst teaming with procurement and Quality to provide effective execution.
Supplier Quality Engineer/Supplier Development Engineer III is specifically responsible for driving results with our suppliers across multiple supply categories including mechanical and/or electrical parts and assemblies in all facets of performance, including cost, delivery and quality. This role will report directly to the Manager of Supplier Development within the Supply Chain organization.
Key responsibilities:
- Develop Relationships throughout the Supply Base and connect that network with Internal customers and drive Quality into the foundation for execution
- Perform and/or participate in source qualification by performing quality management system surveys and special process surveys.
- Solicit supplier inputs into product design, considering design for manufacturability, cost, reliability, parts availability, and more.
- Perform Manufacturing Readiness Assessments (MRA) as appropriate for suppliers.
- Coordinate the effective flow-downs of contractual requirements to suppliers along with alignment on quality codes and performance expectations.
- Execute supplier development strategies balanced across all domains.
- Partner with Sourcing Engineering, Supplier Management, Buyers, and Quality Engineering to ensure a smooth transition to the identified source enabling seamless execution via leading effective Technical Interchange Meetings (TIM).
- Coordinate with Quality Engineering inspection requirements of suppliers and execute inspection requirements such as first article inspection, managing nonconforming materials, troubleshooting, processing material review board actions, etc.
- Lead management of critical supplier issues to improve overall execution.
- Lead risk assessments via FMEA/Risk Cubes, RCCA, countermeasures and supplier scorecard reviews.
- Perform data analysis and issue reports on supplier performance to ensure suppliers meet and maintain expected performance levels inclusive of quality and delivery.
Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
SUMMARY:
The Sr Quality Analyst is responsible for evaluating internal controls and processes to ensure they are adequate, effective, and in compliance with ATAC, Textron, AS9100 rev D, and contract requirements. The Sr Quality Analyst plans, coordinates, and executes the inspection scheme across all company sites and directorates, reporting and tracking results, trends, and action items. The Sr Quality Analyst also assists the Director of Quality & Logistics Support in continuous process improvement and general quality oversight for all permanent and operating locations.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Responsible for execution, preparation, and planning of internal and external inspections of ATAC sites, directorates, and activities.
· Coordinates inspection schedule execution, including team composition, objectives, and reporting.
· Builds inspection checklists to include discrete inspection item reference(s), methodology, owner, and target performance or compliance thresholds.
· Coordinates inspection report development and distribution.
· Conducts trend analysis to identify focus areas for improvement using quality BI software tools.
· Identifies, prioritizes, and tracks metrics across assigned sites.
· Oversees the Quality Deficiency Report (QDR), Corrective Action Request (CAR), and Nonconforming Product (NCP) processes and coordination with sites and suppliers as needed.
· Coordinates supplier surveys and oversight inspections to support procurement activities as required.
· Assists Program Managers with oversight recommendations and implementation.
· Responsible for special duties and mission tasking as related to overall departmental goals.
· Maintains oversight and ensures compliance with AS9100 rev D requirements and the approved Quality Management System (QMS).
· Integrates with site leadership to provide layers of quality oversight and integration of quality objectives.
· Participate as a team member on Process Improvement initiatives across departments.
· Manages Quality software database (QT9) for the Management Review process.
· Responsible for monthly contract status tracking to applicable Program Managers.
· Assists with FAA related requirements as required.
· Assists with implementation efforts regarding training, usage, and integration of aircraft maintenance tracking systems as required.
· Employs an instructional approach to address nonconformities by explaining their significance and guiding stakeholders on implementing sustainable, long-term corrective actions.
· Additional duties as assigned by The DQLS or the Vice President.
Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
This role is in Textron System’s Land Systems
About This Role
We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:
Structural and Welding Inspection and defect identification through VT, PT and MT methods to determine adherence to standards, specifications, and drawing requirements. Experience in Visual, Dye Penetrant, and Magnetic Particle inspections across all three methods is preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Approach assignments with a high ethical resolve, ensuring reputable standing with our onsite customers.
- Ability to implement NDT inspection methods in accordance with written procedures.
- Visual examinations by means of instruments, gauges, jigs, templates, or other measuring devices to include nondestructive test methods to ensure adherence to standards, specifications, drawing, etc.
- Conduct weld inspections using but not limited to VT, PT, and MT methods.
- Conduct coating inspections in accordance with written procedures.
- Generates Quality reports, completes Inspection Check Lists, nonconformance documents, calibration reports, and other Quality documents/records as applicable to the specific area assigned.
- Adheres to all safety requirements, departmental instructions and TMLS Policies and Procedures.
- Performs any and all other duties assigned by management.
- Willingness to work an off shift if needed.
Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
This role is in Textron System’s
About This Role
The Quality Specialist is responsible for ensuring that all production, assembly, and quality-related records within the ERP/MRP system are accurate, complete, and fully compliant with contract requirements, OEM specifications, and internal quality procedures. Operating at the intersection of MRB support and shop floor control, this role maintains clear, traceable documentation of build activities and supports real-time workflow accuracy. This position works closely with Quality Engineering, Operations, Program Management, and Delivery teams to review, validate, and track production data, ensuring product conformance and readiness of the complete record and data package for customer delivery. The Quality Specialist proactively identifies discrepancies, supports nonconformance routing, and helps maintain a controlled and audit-ready digital record environment.
Responsibilities:
· Maintain, update, and audit electronic production records and supporting documentation within the ERP/MRP system.
· Create, update, and validate assembly status reports, including component tracking, time controlled parts, and time use/test data.
· Process and verify documentation for work order initiation, execution, and closeout to ensure complete, accurate, and compliant production records.
· Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve documentation gaps, discrepancies, and data accuracy issues.
· Digitize, organize, and index records to ensure proper traceability, controlled access, and secure long term storage.
· Prepare complete and compliant records packages to support assembly delivery, inspections, and customer or regulatory reviews.
· Support internal and external audits by providing documentation, evidence of conformance, and follow up on corrective actions.
· Safeguard confidentiality, data integrity, and controlled handling of all assemblies and associated documentation.
Who We Are
Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands: Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming and ATAC.
The segment offers specialized products and services that fall into several capability areas: Air; Land; Sea; Propulsion; Weapon Systems; Electronic Systems; and Test, Training & Simulation.
We tap into these capabilities to deliver exceptional solutions, including product development and manufacturing, training, operations and support All efforts are backed by the strength of our parent company — Textron Inc — which includes prominent brands such as Bell, Cessna and Beechcraft.
Drawing from our diverse teams of experts and harnessing the unlimited power of teamwork, we put tomorrow’s technology in the world’s hands today.
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.
Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:
The Quality Engineer I performs assignments that necessitate independent evaluation, selection, and application of standard Quality Engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, employing judgment and ingenuity to make necessary adaptations and modifications. This role involves working on moderately complex contracts, requiring autonomous execution within a defined set of skills or knowledge areas. The Quality Engineer supports various activities, including product design, quality planning, production processes, data analysis, and metric development. Additionally, the role involves identifying root causes of issues, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous process and product improvements to enhance overall quality.
Responsibilities:
· Reviews customer contracts on simple to moderately complex projects; responsible for requirements analysis, identification, and definition.
· Performs quality planning activities including development of Quality Plan, Quality Assurance Directive and Inspection Plan documents as required by the assigned project(s).
· Uses knowledge of inspection tools and techniques to define inspection requirements.
· Participates in product development and design document reviews targeting DFX
· Participates in process improvement activities through monitoring, root cause investigations, auditing, failure analysis etc.
· Partner with manufacturing to ensure the plans achieve what is designed on the drawings and the appropriate inspections are placed in the plans to ensure compliance.
· Participates in Contract Data Requirements List development, review and delivery to the customer as required by the assigned project(s).
· Assists in developing fabrication/build processes and standards.
· Performs Material Review Board (MRB) disposition and tracking activities.
· Interfaces with internal organizations and systems in performance of the assigned Quality Engineering functions.
· Interfaces with Supplier Quality Engineering to provide guidance and support for supplier issues.
· Conduct and report on quality audits, ensuring the Quality Management System is corrected to address findings. Analyze production results/inspection data for trends and possible corrections to bring the processes in line.
Position Title: Sr. Quality Engineer
Business Name: Lycoming Engines
Function: Quality
Reports to: Manager Internal Quality
Grade: Job Code:
SUMMARY
The Sr. Quality Engineer will oversee quality assurance processes, implement quality control measures, and drive continuous improvement. This role will develop, implement, and maintain protocols and procedures to ensure products are manufactured and assembled to the highest standards. The ideal candidate will have experience with Six Sigma methodologies, AS9100 standards, and FAA regulatory requirements. A deep understanding of advanced quality tools such as Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Process Control (SPC), and Value Stream Mapping is essential.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develops, implements, and maintains quality assurance protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with AS9100 standards and FAA regulatory requirements.
• Conducts root cause analysis and implements corrective and preventive actions to address non-conformances and improve product quality.
• Performs internal audits and supports third party audits (ex. AS9100) to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and supply chain, to ensure quality standards are met throughout the product lifecycle.
• Develops and maintains quality documentation, including inspection plans, control plans, and quality reports.
• Utilizes advanced quality tools such as Lean Manufacturing, SPC, and Value Stream Mapping to optimize processes and improve efficiency.
• Provides training and support to team members on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Monitors and analyzes quality performance metrics, identifying trends and areas for improvement.
• Supports new product development and introduction processes to ensure quality requirements are met from concept to production.
• Leads and participates in improvement projects and initiatives.
Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
This role is in Textron System’s Land Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
This role is in Textron System’s Marine & Land Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:
The Quality Engineer performs assignments that necessitate independent evaluation, selection, and application of standard Quality Engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria, employing judgment and ingenuity to make necessary adaptations and modifications. This role involves working on moderately complex contracts, requiring autonomous execution within a defined set of skills or knowledge areas. The Quality Engineer supports various activities, including product design, quality planning, production processes, data analysis, and metric development. Additionally, the role involves identifying root causes of issues, implementing corrective actions, and driving continuous process and product improvements to enhance overall quality.
Responsibilities:
- Reviews customer contracts on simple to moderately complex projects; responsible for requirements analysis, identification, and definition.
- Performs quality planning activities including development of Quality Plan, Quality Assurance Directive and Inspection Plan documents as required by the assigned project(s).
- Uses knowledge of inspection tools and techniques to define inspection requirements.
- Participates in product development and design document reviews targeting DFX
- Participates in process improvement activities through monitoring, root cause investigations, auditing, failure analysis etc.
- Partner with manufacturing to ensure the plans achieve what is designed on the drawings and the appropriate inspections are placed in the plans to ensure compliance. Report out on defects and with Manufacturing Engineering identify and correct root causes.
- Participates in Program Management activities appropriate to the assigned project(s).
- Participates in Contract Data Requirements List development, review and delivery to the customer as required by the assigned project(s).
- Assists in developing fabrication/build processes and standards.
- Performs Material Review Board (MRB) disposition and tracking activities.
- Interfaces with internal organizations and systems in performance of the assigned Quality Engineering functions.
- Provides status inputs to the Cost Account Manager for tasks performed. May perform CAM function for small to medium projects.
- May perform QA estimating for small to medium, less complex projects.
- Interfaces with Supplier Quality Engineering to provide guidance and support for supplier issues.
- Conduct and report on quality audits, ensuring the Quality Management System is corrected to address findings. Analyze production results/inspection data for trends and possible corrections to bring the processes in line.
Who We Are
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, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations.
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.
Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Performs Quality Engineering assignments requiring independent evaluation, selection, and application of standard Quality Engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria.
- Requires use of judgment and ingenuity in making adaptations and modifications.
- Work is performed within a defined set of skills or knowledge area with help and coaching from senior level Quality Engineers. The Quality Engineer supports product design activities, planning for quality, production activities, data analysis and development of metrics, root cause and corrective action, and process and product improvement.
- Performs quality planning activities including development of Quality Plan, Quality Assurance Directive and Inspection Plan documents as required by the assigned project(s).
- Interfaces with Supplier Quality Engineering to provide guidance and support for supplier issues.
- Monitor processes using nonconformance and test discrepancy metrics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Participates in process improvement activities through defect disposition, root cause investigations, implement corrective and preventive actions, and verify the effectiveness of improvements, etc.
- Participates in Program Management activities appropriate to the assigned project(s).
- Assists in developing fabrication/build processes and standards.
- Create and deliver report data and presentations to local management regarding area performance.
- Interfaces with internal organizations and systems in performance of the assigned Quality Engineering functions.
Who We Are
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, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations.
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.
Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
Job Summary
About This Role
We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:
- Perform visual and manual inspections for hardware of various programs.
- Assist with the flow of material through receiving inspection. Includes assisting with non-conforming material, acquiring certifications from suppliers, verification/creation of labels.
- Act as a liaison between functions within the organization.
- Assist current inspectors and quality engineers with tasks to improve the flow of material.
- Assist in tasks to support day to day operations and overall success of the team