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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 Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
Seeking a senior ATE Project Lead, to support ATE development in the Textron Weapon Systems Line of Business. Applicants should have a strong background in all aspects of Test Equipment development and possess a demonstrated ability in leading technical teams. Responsibilities will include designing, developing, integrating, and deploying Automated Test Equipment. The successful candidate will have intimate technical knowledge of Commercial (COTS) Instrumentation, Test Equipment electrical design, mechanical design, software design, Calibration, and Self-Test methods, etc.
Responsibilities
A high competency in the practices of ATE Requirements Analysis, Design Review presentations, and ATE Certification practices are also required, with a strong emphasis on intra/inter disciplinary team cohesion.
As an ATE Project Technical Lead, the applicant’s primary responsibility will be to oversee and coordinate all technical project work and to support the team’s Cost Account Management (CAM) activities. An emphasis on status reporting of Integrated Master Schedules in an Earned Value Management System (EVMS), will also be required to maintain all aspects of project execution in accordance with the established cost, schedule, and technical requirements of the program.
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 Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About ATAC
Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and Adversary, Red Air and Aggressor services to the U.S. Navy, Marines and the US Air Force. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight permanent sites spanning the CONUS, Hawaii and the Pacific. ATAC proudly provides the highest quality live training to 4th and 5th Generation aircrew in Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups conducting unit level continuation training, pre-deployment spin-up training, large force employment training, or aircrew conversion training. ATAC was the first civilian organization to support the USAF’s F-22 Raptors as well as the USN’s and USMC’s F-35 Lightning IIs. www.atacusa.com.
The Aircraft Mechanic is responsible for maintenance actions on Airborne Tactical Advantage Company’s aircraft as well as the safe and expeditious launch and recovery flight line operations at permanent and detachment sites.
Job Responsibilities
- Maintenance efforts in support of company commitments
- Proficient in one type/model aircraft and helper on additional type/model aircraft
- Utilize AMS program
- Training of maintenance personnel
- Manage assigned maintenance programs
- Assist with coordination of detachment requirements with Crew Chiefs (as necessary)
- Obtain and maintain Detachment Lead qualification
- The Aircraft Mechanic troubleshoots malfunctions in aircraft structure, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls
- This mechanic repairs, replaces, and rebuilds aircraft structures, such as wings and fuselage, and functional components including rigging, surface controls
- This mechanic performs 100-hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections
- This mechanic: adjusts, repairs, or replaces electrical wiring system and aircraft accessories, performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections
- Applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufactures’ manuals
- Must be able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects
- Additional responsibilities as delineated by Production Supervisor and Crew Chiefs
- Manage programs as assigned.
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 to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
Textron Systems is seeking employees to support the United States Marine Corps Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV) program. For this program Textron Systems has developed the Cottonmouth® ARV, a recon vehicle to be feared and a force-multiplier armed to the fangs with advanced full-spectrum reconnaissance and surveillance sensors. It’s expertly designed to defeat threats beyond line of sight and comes complete with cutting-edge technologies that will keep adversaries up at night. Cottonmouth was developed using a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) that is Ground Vehicle Operating System (GVOS) based employing the Tactical Assault Kit Extended (TAK-X) framework for easy capability integration. This modern vehicle platform has superior mobility capabilities to tackle treacherous off-road terrain and waterways while keeping Marines safe thanks to its advanced survivability suite and Human System Interface (HSI) focus. Amphibious mobility, unrivaled versatility, and electronic warfare capabilities define a vehicle that is adaptable, stealthy and thrives wherever enemies hide.
We are seeking a highly skilled professional to join the Crewed Land Systems team as Program Manager. This role holds responsibilities for overseeing and managing the successful execution of the Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV) Pre-Production Development Program ensuring performance to scope, budget, and schedule requirements for assigned scope. This position directs all manufacturing-related phases of design and development of the ARV from inception to completion, including achievement of the transition to production. This role will establish readiness of the entire manufacturing value chain including internal and external operations for the required vehicles, blast hulls and system integration labs. The Program Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients to deliver program performance and results. Specific responsibilities include:
• Creates, implements and executes Manufacturing Plan per contract requirements
• Leads efforts for major program reviews related to manufacturing and supply efforts including process verifications and supplier production readiness reviews
• Places special emphasis on hull fabrication suppliers using friction stir welding techniques, to reduce performance risk and achieve quality objectives
• Drives manufacturing quality assurance implementation and readiness for production
• Creating, implementing, maintaining and executing program plans to achieve cost, schedule and quality objectives
• Establishing the EVMS performance baseline for the program execution plans with the program and functional teams
• Leading coordination with engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure program requirements are met
• Coordinates with other Program leaders to assure holistic design is accomplished for the entire product lifecycle to achieve end-user success
• Detecting program issues and risks, and implementing corrective actions and mitigation strategies to realign efforts with project goals
• Identifying program opportunities and defining a promotion plan
• Participating, with Land Systems Contracts Manager and ARV Program Lead, in negotiation of contract changes
• Serves as a Point of Contact with external and internal stakeholders, providing regular updates on program status, milestones, and potential challenges of assigned scope
• Supports execution of new or continuing program capture pursuits and associated proposals as assigned
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and program requirements
?Position specific job duties include:
• Coordinating large scale program forecasting, resource planning, and budgeting
• Establishing and managing the program integrated master plan, milestones and schedules
• Planning and measurement of program costs and performance with Earned Value Management methods
• Adherence to established program processes and procedures
• Preparation and Execution of program management reviews, agendas, minutes, and action item tracking
• Consistent program update report outs to prominent leaders and customers
• Driving program performance against defined contract requirements
• Performing other tasks as assigned
• This position requires travel approximately 25% of the time
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 Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About ATAC
Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and Adversary, Red Air and Aggressor services to the U.S. Navy, Marines and the US Air Force. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight permanent sites spanning the CONUS, Hawaii and the Pacific. ATAC proudly provides the highest quality live training to 4th and 5th Generation aircrew in Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups conducting unit level continuation training, pre-deployment spin-up training, large force employment training, or aircrew conversion training. ATAC was the first civilian organization to support the USAF’s F-22 Raptors as well as the USN’s and USMC’s F-35 Lightning IIs. www.atacusa.com.
Summary
Fly the Dassault Mirage F-1 in regular support of US Navy, Marine Corps, and US Air Force training and readiness missions. Fly in support of 4th and 5th Generation Fighter operational and conversion syllabus and continuation training missions. Support surface fleet pre-deployment training and large force employment missions.
Marine Contracts: Conduct flight operations from ATAC’S permanent facilities at Cherry Point, NC. Deploy as required to various locations.
Job Responsibilities
- Employ the ATAC fighter aircraft throughout their flight envelope as a surrogate Adversary, Red Air, Aggressor or Close Air Support pilot for Marine Corps large force employment exercise, or intercept controller training.
- Maintain FAA instrument currency, First Class medical certification, and adversary mission qualifications and associated mission currencies, to include low level, dynamic mission, and unlimited air combat tactics maneuvering in the high-G environment.
- Attend mass briefings, adversary coordination briefings and other pre-flight briefings. Plan and fly adversary missions. Accomplish flight debriefings and attend mass debriefings.
- Adhere to all training rules and pre-briefed maneuvering restrictions
- Collect and disseminate lessons learned.
- Accomplish necessary ground training prior to flights
- Deploy as required to support mission requirements
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 Air Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
Textron Systems in Blackstone, VA is seeking a Quality Engineer. We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will:
• Support Quality processes in receiving, receiving inspection, assembly, test and shipping areas
• Attend Integrated Product Team meetings to present on Quality priorities, nonconformances, focus areas, and key issues
• Disposition nonconformances in parts, paperwork, drawings, etc.
• Conduct Material Review Board (MRB) submissions on noncompliant material as needed
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and others to report out on defects and identify root cause and corrective actions
• Conduct and report out on periodic quality audits to ensure compliance to process and procedure
• Participate in periodic reviews to report out quality performance and other key metrics
• Analyze production results/inspection data and present findings to the team
• Support the improvement of processes throughout the facility
• Meet with Factory Managers, Planners, Supplier Quality Engineers, Project Managers, and others to find solutions to day-to-day problems and develop formal corrective action requests when required
• Produce/revise inspection instructions/procedures, inspect product when required
• Other duties as assigned
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
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 CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE BUSINESS business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
Job Summary:
A Production Planner will develop and manage the execution of the production schedule as a result of line of balance output, taking into consideration the available capacity, material availability and program delivery commitments. A Production Planner communicates to leadership and program managers the manufacturing status, expected completion dates and production risk analysis based on internal and external supply.
Responsibilities:
· Partners with procurement, production manager, quality, engineering, and program management, and other supply chain disciplines to proactively plan, schedule, and effectively manage development, production, and aftermarket support environments.
· Manages and own the execution of items associated with their planner code, to include release of internal jobs to the program, factory, release of purchase requisitions, manage disruptions in the internal factory (shortages, MRB, internal and external constraints), and provides feedback to internal customers.
· Advises management of the status of work in progress, material availability, and potential production problems to ensure that personnel, equipment, materials and services are provided as needed.
· Monitors internal and external supply chain alignment – identifies and resolves potential constraints, maintains line of balance (build through) and purchase requests for the production or purchase of components / parts based on a master production schedule, shop load and inventory requirements.
· Plays an integral part of product Integrated Product Teams (IPT) by effectively interfacing with internal customers.
· Assists management in the development and execution of plans for assigned products to maximize scheduled on-time completion. Analyzes supply and demand data and reports to determine critical path constraints.
· Manages manual demand for top/down & bottom-up releases, facilitates ECN/ECP changes and coordinates production cut-ins. Reviews excess material for possible consumption in other jobs. Creates material transfers, borrow/payback transactions and PO change requests.
· Respond to ad hoc requests from management and other departments, providing timely and accurate analysis and reports.
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 and Marines. 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 Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & ATACUSA.com to read more about who we are and the products we make and the services we provide!
About ATAC
Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC), a division of Textron Systems, provides tactical flight training and adversary services. Textron’s extensive global reach makes for an incomparable training resource, not only for the U.S. military but also for foreign militaries across the globe. ATAC currently provides tactical flight training and adversary aggressor services for U.S. Navy, Marine and Air Force pilots and is actively pursuing many foreign programs as well.
ATAC operates simultaneously across five Navy/Marine Corps sites and three Air Force sites spanning across two continents and comprises the world’s largest outsourced civilian, tactical airborne training organization. ATAC proudly provides the highest quality live training to Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups, and was also the first civilian organization authorized to train the Navy’s TOPGUN pilots and the USAF’s F-22 Raptor pilots.
Summary
ATAC is part of the contracted air services (CAS) market, which is poised for rapid growth over the next three years and ATAC is seeking a Capture Manager to execute established Textron pursuit / capture processes to win new business, and maintain our position as the CAS industry leader.
ATAC’s Capture Manager will report directly to the Director of Global Military Sales (GMS) within Business Operations at ATAC. This is a full-time position with the option of working from one of ATAC’s CONUS locations (Newport News (VA), Cherry Point (NC), Ft. Worth (TX), Luke AFB (AZ) or Naval Base Ventura County (CA). Travel is required 10-20% of the time.
The Capture Manager will work within ATAC’s Global Military Sales team. This team of 4-5 individuals is responsible for the smart, incremental growth of ATAC’s business worldwide. The principal line of business is supporting adversary air training.
ATAC also pursues business in the air-to-surface category, doing research and development flights, and providing fleet integrated training. ATAC has recently won a contract for Standoff Jamming Jets services, and the Capture Manager should expect to work in the special missions arena (EW, ISR, etc.), as ATAC intends to grow in this area in the future.
This opportunity is for an experienced, motivated and organized candidate to integrate best-practices to create successful Capture teams and own new pursuits across all phases of activity. The Capture Manager role reports to the Director of Global Military Sales within a matrix organizational structure and also serves as an initial program manager (PM) for the opportunity, until handed off to the execution PM.
The position requires someone who develops long-term relationships and develops long-term programs for multiple customers and contracts. 100% of our future business is generated through DOD contracts. The Capture Manager is the point man for ATAC’s relationship with the customer for future business – developing a rapport with the customer to better understand their needs, developing proposals that best solve their needs, and carrying out the initial standup activities after successful contract award.
We are looking for someone who is excited by and passionate about the opportunity to offer ATAC’s industry-leading tactical services to the best customers in the world – the US military warfighter. The successful candidate will have previous experience and a proven track record leading Capture teams in defense industry settings. Strong organization and collaboration skills are essential.
In summary, the Capture Manager will be responsible for all facets of Capture Planning and the Proposal Planning Process. The Manager should expect to also be responsible, post-award, for the successful handoff to a Program Manager responsible for the management of ATAC flight operations going forward.
Job Responsibilities
- Implement a capture planning discipline to capture new business efficiently.
- Select a compatible medium (Sharepoint, for example) to develop, review, share, and update capture plans in the company.
- Keep the capture process relevant, dynamic, flexible and interactive.
- Maintain a balance between capture planning, proposal development, and a handoff to designated PM for execution.
- Gain and maintain senior management approval and support.
- Commit the right people to the capture and proposal teams.
- Assign specific objectives, schedules and completion dates to different managers or cross-functional team members.
- Establish regular decision gate reviews (O/W/R/S) to determine whether to advance the opportunity to the next phase, or to end the pursuit.
- Establish the proposal team and work with the proposal manager to establish a cadence to ensure the proposal is complete and delivered on time.
- Schedule color team reviews to improve the product – whether it is a capture plan, strategy, proposal or underlying processes.
- Submit all proposals and capture/proposal documents on time.
- Post-award, complete all initial steps to guarantee a smooth handoff to the execution PM.
- Act as the company’s primary communicator with the government during all capture and proposal events.
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 Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role:
A Level II NDT Specialist is responsible for the training, oversight, examination, and certification of Textron NDT Technicians in Visual, Liquid Penetrant, and Radiographic NDT methodologies.
Responsibilities:
• Fabrication Process experience required:
o Expertise in welding fabrication and associated NDT methods.
o Experience in composites and associated NDT methods.
o Experience in DOD or aerospace fabrication facility/programs.
• Proven ability to interpret military or commercial fabrication and NDT specifications is required, with ability to quickly adopt new specification requirements across multiple programs.
• Create, review, and verify processes and procedures for NDT methodologies (UT, PT and RT) to ensure compliance with customer specifications and requirements.
• Evaluate Quality requirements for new programs perform gap analysis based on current capabilities.
• Assist Quality leadership with various audits and compliance projects.
o Experience supporting Nadcap audits is preferred.
• Willingness to travel between company sites as needed to support Level II activities across multiple programs.
• Willingness to inspect production weldments and hardware for acceptance as required.
• Hands on, Production floor mindset and approach.
• Review supplier NDT inspection techniques.
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 Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electrical Project Engineer to join our team in the development of electronic controls for a space-grade weapons program. The successful candidate will be responsible for all technical aspects of the project while supervising a team of Electrical Engineers as direct reports. This position will ensure the integration of technical efforts across Cognizant Engineers and supporting organizations. This role also includes schedule planning and Cost-Account Management. This position requires strong technical leadership, financial oversight, organizational skills, and a commitment to excellence in engineering.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the technical aspects of the project, ensuring alignment with program goals and engineering standards.
- Supervise a team of Electrical Engineers as direct reports, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
- Ensure the integrity and performance of electronic assemblies through rigorous testing and validation processes.
- Drive the execution of engineering processes, including design, development, prototyping, and testing.
- Plan and allocate engineering resources effectively to meet project milestones and deliverables.
- Coordinate efforts across Cognizant Engineers and supporting organizations to ensure seamless technical integration within the project.
- Oversee the project budget, manage costs, and ensure that the project remains within financial constraints. Track and report on financial performance and implement cost-saving measures as needed.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and reliability.
Required Technical and Leadership Competencies:
- Possess strong technical skills relevant to Electrical Engineering, PCB Design and developing space-grade products.
- Maintain a customer-centric mindset, ensuring project deliverables meet or exceed expectations.
- Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Exhibit excellent teamwork and communication skills, promoting collaboration and information sharing.
- Build and lead effective, high-performing teams.
- Inspire and motivate team members to achieve high levels of performance.
- Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
- Navigate the organizational structure effectively to achieve project goals.
- Demonstrate high ethical standards and build trust with team members and stakeholders.
- Exhibit strong planning and organizational skills to manage project timelines and resources
About This Role
Textron Systems is looking for talented Structural Designers to support the Sea Systems organization. This position will be responsible for creating and checking technical content and data packages for various components and sub-assemblies of our Sea products.
This role will receive tasking from engineers on the creation and quality checking of engineering documentation to support production technical data packages (concepts, layouts, drawings, 3D models, parts lists, Engineering Change Notices (ECN’s), vendor parts, etc.) in compliance with Military, ASME, and Company standards and process guides. This role will include cataloging of vendor and supplier-controlled hardware, models, and specifications as well as the design and drawings for new components, welded and machined structures, and system layouts. The applicant will be expected to quickly develop skills necessary for utilization of company tools (Solidworks, AutoCAD, EPDM, Matrix and JIRA).
Responsibilities
- Creation of mechanical solid models from conceptual sketches, specification sheets and verbal direction
- Receive, create, and record JIRA tickets for tracking of assignments
- Translation of engineering requirements to source and vendor control documentation
- Cataloging of vendor and supplier-controlled components, models, and specifications
- Release of specifications, drawings, and ECNs within the MATRIX system (Product Lifecycle Management Tool)
- Interface with Product engineers, Manufacturing engineers and Machinists to produce accurate product representations and incorporate design for manufacturability feedback
- Participate in design review meetings
- Perform tolerance calculations (“tolerance stacks”) of detail parts and sub-assemblies
- Development of component and subassembly drawings to ASME Y14 standards, inclusive of all planforms, sectional and isometric views, notes and GD&T
- Generation of production drawings for multiple manufacturing methods; including machining, sheet metal forming and weldments