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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, 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

The Financial Analyst position conducts analysis, maintains forecasts, and provides EACs for various programs. Under direction of the Manager, Finance, the Analyst will generate and track monthly budgets, cost projections, and variance analysis, in addition to various Earned Value reports within the Weapons Systems Operating Unit.

Level II Responsibilities

• Support assigned programs with timely analysis, financial modeling and recommendations for decision making.
• Use analysis to identify and investigate program issues and advise on appropriate course of action.
• Conduct program analysis, maintain forecasts and provide monthly Estimate at Completion (EACs).
• Establish and maintain standard corporate financial reports and program Earned Value status reports.
• Provide real time information to the Manager, Finance regarding changes in program financials and execution.
• Analyze program data to ensure estimates are accurate and complete and are in accordance with SOX and Internal Controls.
• Other duties as assigned.

Level III Responsibilities

• Use analysis and financial data to advise program managers and business leaders during monthly reviews and during critical business decisions.
• Serve as primary liaison between Finance and Program leadership teams
• Provide real time information to the Manager, Finance regarding changes in program financials and execution. 
• Establish and maintain baselines and EACs in the Earned Value tool (Deltek Cobra) and lead the Program Team in Earned Value data reviews
• Create and maintain standard financial reports: orders, sales, cost, profit and cash flow forecasts, Monthly Program Status Reports, Earned Value reports
• Mentor and train junior staff to ensure robust Finance talent pipeline
• Analyze program data to ensure estimates are accurate and complete and are in accordance with SOX and Internal Controls.

• Other duties as assigned.

   

   

• Pay range for level II is $75,100 - $112,500

• Pay range for level III $92600 - $139,600

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

The Supplier Development Engineer 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.

The Supplier Development Engineer 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.

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.

This role is in Textron System’s Legal business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.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, the Sr. Contracts Specialist shall proactively provide support to contract management and directors of a particular in administering government, international and commercial contracts. Under the direction of leadership, they will support all aspects of contract management throughout the contracting process, from pre-proposal activities through contract closure. In performing this role, the Contracts Specialist will:

• Support the review and risk analysis of solicitations and terms and conditions in coordination with your supervisor.
• Participate in bid/no bid decisions and proposal review meetings.
• Review cost proposals, maintain cost and pricing data records for TINA compliance, support fact-finding, DCAA audits, and negotiations.
• Proactively administer a variety of contracts (government/commercial, domestic/international) of all types (cost reimbursement, fixed price, incentive, award fee, IDIQ, time and material, etc.) and modifications thereto. 
• Prepare and coordinate business correspondence, generate required contract-related reports, and maintain accurate and complete contract files and records for the company.
• Remain actively engaged with (and serve as an integral member of) designated program teams and develop strong interfaces with personnel in other functional areas. 
• Participate in program reviews, monitor program performance (contract schedules, deliverables, funding, invoicing, and payments), and notify contract managers or directors of potential non-compliances or other problems that could have an adverse impact on the company. 
• Identify and administer contract changes and coordinate resolution of contract issues with your supervisors.
• Actively administer the closeout of completed contracts.
• Ensure contract management activities are conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, and customer requirements.
• Ensure coordination with Legal on contract matters that may have legal significance (such as, identifying to Legal non-standard or potentially high-risk terms and conditions) prior to advising management of contractual risks, rights and obligations, and terms and conditions interpretations.

Required Skills:

• Solid knowledge and understanding of basic contracting principles and all contract types.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. 
• Strong knowledge of the federal acquisition process, government contracting principles and governing regulations (including FAR/DFAR).
• Demonstrated experience in government contract administration.
• Basic understanding of business agreements and general business practices.
• Working knowledge of subcontracting practices, accounting, finance, pricing, and estimating principles, and business law.
• Working knowledge of Commercial and International contract terms, ITAR, EAR and US import and export regulations.
• Solid oral/written communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management.
• Ability to manage multiple work assignments and meet critical deadlines. 
• High integrity and an unyielding commitment to compliance.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Personal computer skill proficiency.

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
We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:
The Manager of Manufacturing Operations will manage assembly, fabrication and Transition-to-Production operations for the Sub-Assembly, Assembly and  Final Assembly areas of manufacturing production (e.g. mechanical assembly, electro-mechanical assembly, composite material fabrication and bonding, wiring, light machining coordination, light painting).

Responsibilities:
•    Manage and lead various product assembly efforts, while resolving the most complex issues involving the manufacturing process.
•    Work cross-functionally with Engineering teams to mature product for key test events or prototype activities.
•    Manage product through all stages of assembly and test, through delivery to customer.
•    Manage the aesthetic appearance, maintenance of, and flow of product through the respective manufacturing areas.
•    Manage across boundaries to influence others.
•    Exert influence in the development of overall objectives and long-range goals of their respective team.
•    Organize day-to-day operations and prioritization within assigned work area.
•    Responsible for defect reporting and interruptions to flow, with Root Cause and Corrective Action problem solving.
•    Develop, plan, organize and assign the workflow of a department (s) and ensure that projects are completed on schedule and within budget. 
•    Develop subordinate lead personnel through delegation of duties, coaching, and mentorship.
•    Represent assigned manufacturing areas at program operations meetings.
•    Responsible for staffing of their team to meet program needs, and the assessment and development of skills and certifications to meet demand requirements.
•    Interact with other managers and planners to support program priorities.
•    Recommend and justify capital equipment and tooling expenses required to meet departmental and program needs.
•    Perform administrative tasks including writing employee performance evaluations, analyzing training needs, and monitoring standard work practices in production.
•    Assist with writing procedures, forecasts and manpower plans, while assessing planned vs. actual performance standards.
•    Lead compliance and regulatory audits relevant to their work area.
•    Practice Lean Manufacturing principles and concepts.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
•    This position is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.
•    This position is subject to a variety of physical and atmospheric conditions:
•    This position may require the use of Personal Protective Equipment if the employee is exposed to noise, dust, fumes or chemicals or any other situation that would require the use of Personal Protective Equipment.
•    This position is subject to working conditions peculiar to this position (e.g., travel to suppliers and subcontractors if required).