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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.
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About This Role
The Senior Fluid Systems Engineer is responsible for designing propulsion and auxiliary fluid systems—including fuel, hydraulics, lubrication, fresh water, pneumatic, and drainage systems—in accordance with program requirements and OEM specifications. This role develops system layouts, writes component and system specifications, performs technical analyses, and collaborates with cross-functional engineering teams throughout development. The engineer also supports production, testing, and fleet operations by assisting with installation, troubleshooting, system improvements and cost-reduction initiatives.
Responsibilities
• Design detailed fluid system installations for propulsion and auxiliary systems, including fuel, hydraulic, lubrication oil, fresh water, pneumatic, and drainage systems.
• Coordinate supplier subsystem development efforts and participate in supplier design reviews.
• Develop and review engineering documentation such as drawings, specifications, analyses, and test reports for accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare technical reports for customer submittals.
• Execute assigned tasks in alignment with program schedules and budgets.
• Coordinate fluid-system interface requirements with other engineering disciplines.
• Identify, track, and mitigate risks associated with craft fluid systems.
• Support production, testing, and fielded Navy craft with installation, troubleshooting, and improvements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
About the Entry Level Role
As a Textron employee, you’ll take on meaningful work from day one—contributing to real projects and collaborating with experienced team members across the business. This entry-level opportunity is designed to help you build your skills, gain exposure across functions, and grow through hands-on experience, mentorship, and development opportunities.
Who We Are
Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands: Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming Engines and ATAC. These segments offer 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.
Learn more about our products and history at TextronSystems.com.
About This Role
In this role, you will be responsible for:
Support the Information Technology team with ongoing and/or new projects
Within this role you may support: IT Business Partner, IT Infrastructure Analyst, IT Development, or IT Cyber Security team
Work on assigned projects, including research, documentation, development, coordination, and decision making to complete assigned project(s).
Follow Project Management guidelines, including executing with change management strategy to minimize disruption to the business and improve end user experience.
You will help develop, maintain, and advance the nuts and bolts of our design-build-deliver pipeline from the physical infrastructure up through enterprise applications, virtualized environments, and custom-built automation scripts.
Identifying repeated tasks as candidates for process automation and working across IT teams to implement
Promote teamwork by sharing knowledge, cooperating with others, participating in meetings and work groups, and supporting the goals and objectives of the business unit.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Why This Internship
As an intern with Textron, you’ll gain hands-on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You’ll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways – working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.
Who We Are
Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands: Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming Engines and ATAC. These segments offer 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.
Learn more about our products and history at TextronSystems.com.
Responsibilities:?
Perform hardware engineering activities within a team of mechanical, electrical, and software Engineers.
Develop imaginative, thorough, practicable technical solutions to a wide range of difficult Mechanical Engineering problems.
Contribute to concept development as part of internal cross-functional design teams, including prototyping, production, and test support.
Perform detailed design of mechanical structures and subsystems using solid modeling, requirements analysis, trade studies, mechanical engineering analysis (including structural, dynamics, and thermal), drafting and tolerance analysis, and human interface design.
Prepare high-quality formal engineering documentations such as drawings, specifications, design presentations to customers, test plans, and test reports.
Support proposal activity, providing input to cost estimates and risk assessments.
Brief peers, management, and customers on design considerations and program status.
Prepare and/or manage design change documentation via Engineering Change Notices/Engineering Change Proposals.
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 Sea 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, leading developers of high-performance Unmanned Systems, a proven partner for both military and commercial applications, is offering a full-time opportunity for a Mechanical Technician to support our growing family of unmanned naval products. Our teams are engaged in multiple cutting-edge development programs for domestic and international programs. This position provides an opportunity to travel, execute experimental military hardware testing, and develop new skills. This position reports to the Unmanned Surface Vessel Lab Manager.
The strong candidate will have hands-on experience in the test, integration, and maintenance of mechanical systems and will be ready to work in a fast-paced environment. The position also includes supporting on-water operations of surface systems, serving as a small craft operator, safety lookout, or support crew members.
The candidate should be able to demonstrate the following competencies:
- Read assembly documentation (i.e. Work Instructions, Drawings etc.), parts lists, and diagrams to assemble and install a wide variety of components.
- Operate test equipment.
- Assemble and troubleshoot drive train components and hydraulic actuation systems.
- Use small hand tools such as tap and die, hand drills, impact guns, wrenches, screwdrivers and pliers in the confines of a small naval craft.
- Use equipment such as drill press, band saws, and hydraulic press.
- Identify and document work order instructions, test procedures, and drawing errors.
- Assist engineering in issue resolution as part of a design, build, or test team.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot ocean-going Unmanned Surface Systems and support craft.
- Assist Engineers and Designers with prototype development and testing.
- Support offsite qualification testing in accordance with written procedures.
- Develop operational and technical manuals.
- Interface with existing and prospective customers and service members at operational and maintenance demonstrations.
- Actively perform lab maintenance, safety audits, and material tracking.
- Promote a safety-first mindset for all on-site lab and off-site testing and personnel.
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
The Proto-Trak Machinist will produce machined parts by setting up and operating various pieces of CNC machinery including lathes and milling centers; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.
About This Role:
We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:
• Set-up and operate Proto-Trak, CNC vertical and horizontal machining centers, mills by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets and compensation; including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Sets up Proto-Trak’s, CNC lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets; indicating vices; tramming heads.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces, adhering to international standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; adjusting controls; replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality work orders and logs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
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 the Role
We are seeking an ATE Mechanical Engineer to lead and support the end-to-end design, documentation, and production release of custom Automated Test Equipment (ATE). In this role, you will own the mechanical architecture of test consoles, interface modules, and specialized fixtures, ensuring seamless transition from prototype development straight to manufacturing production.
Key Responsibilities
- Design & Documentation: Architect and detail rack assemblies, interface test adaptors (ITAs), cable assemblies, interface modules, interconnect diagrams, and bills of materials (BOMs)
- Fixture Engineering: Design robust mounting, interconnect, and human interface test fixtures with rigorous focus on dimensioning, tolerancing, and configuration management
- Analysis & Modeling: Create precise 3D/2D models using Siemens NX and perform structural/thermal FEA validation using ANSYS
- Configuration & Quality Control: Manage formal design releases through product data management systems
- Project Lifecycle Support: Oversee critical hardware parts ordering/receipt, develop technical presentation packages, and lead cross-functional electrical/mechanical design reviews
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 the Role
We are seeking a Senior ATE Mechanical Engineer to lead and support the end-to-end design, documentation, and production release of custom Automated Test Equipment (ATE). In this role, you will own the mechanical architecture of test consoles, interface modules, and specialized fixtures, ensuring seamless transition from prototype development straight to manufacturing production
Key Responsibilities
- Design & Documentation: Architect and detail rack assemblies, interface test adaptors (ITAs), cable assemblies, interface modules, interconnect diagrams, and bills of materials (BOMs)
- Fixture Engineering: Design robust mounting, interconnect, and human interface test fixtures with rigorous focus on dimensioning, tolerancing, and configuration management
- Analysis & Modeling: Create precise 3D/2D models using Siemens NX and perform structural/thermal FEA validation using ANSYS
- Configuration & Quality Control: Manage formal design releases through product data management systems
- Project Lifecycle Support: Oversee critical hardware parts ordering/receipt, develop technical presentation packages, and lead cross-functional electrical/mechanical design reviews
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
We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for, but not limited to the following:
- Pulling cable and grooming cableways.
- Packing Multi Cable Transits (MCT) and banding cables.
- Must be able to learn engineering drawings, sketches, blueprints, schematics and follow written/verbal instructions.
- Perform as a productive team member that meets daily goals set by the supervisor and lead.
- Maintain records, forms, and logs as required.
- Perform job duties with the use of basic hand tools such as screw drivers, pliers, wire cutters, drill motors, sand and grinding tools, etc.
- May instruct and mentor less-experienced team members, as assigned.
- Maintains safe work practices and adheres to safety policies and procedures.
- Ensure correct construction procedures are adhered to.
- Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
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 motivated and technically strong Project Engineer to support the development of electro-mechanical systems within a space grade weapons program. This role focuses on hands on engineering execution, technical integration, and cross functional collaboration. The ideal candidate has solid experience in electro-mechanical design, analysis, and testing, and is ready to take ownership of engineering tasks within a fast paced, highly technical environment.
This position requires strong technical problem solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering high quality engineering work.
Responsibilities
- Support the design, development, analysis, and testing of electro-mechanical systems for space grade applications.
- Oversee the structural and thermal integrity of aerostructures and electro-mechanical assemblies through testing, modeling, and data evaluation.
- Execute engineering tasks including requirements development, design iteration, prototyping, verification, and validation activities.
- Identify and recommend improvements to processes, tools, and designs to enhance reliability and efficiency.
- Plan and complete assigned engineering work to meet technical requirements and program milestones.
- Work closely with Cognizant Engineers and cross functional teams to ensure seamless integration of electro-mechanical hardware within the larger system.
- Prepare and present technical documentation, test results, analyses, and design updates.
- Assist with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and implementation of corrective actions for hardware or test anomalies.
- Maintain configuration control, adherence to engineering standards, and accuracy of all engineering records.
- Engage in continuous learning to strengthen technical expertise and contribute to innovation within the program.
Required Technical and Leadership Competencies
- Demonstrates proactive problem solving and sound technical judgment.
- Is comfortable presenting in front of an audience, including customer.
- Maintains a customer focused perspective in delivering engineering solutions.
- Promotes innovation and continuous improvement in daily engineering activities.
- Applies creativity to overcome technical challenges and develop robust solutions.
- Communicates clearly and collaborates effectively across engineering disciplines.
- Shows initiative, accountability, and strong personal organization skills.
- Builds positive working relationships with peers and team members.
- Demonstrates high ethical standards and professional integrity.
- Comfortable operating in a fast paced environment with evolving requirements.
- Actively seeks opportunities for personal and professional skill development.
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 Howe & Howe business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
Welder - About This Role
We believe people should love what they do – in this role you will be responsible for:
- MIG Weld is a minimum, TIG Weld preferred.
- Welding of aluminum and other metal materials in all positions. Must be able to work from standing, sitting, lying and kneeling positions.
- Climbing on and over vehicles, up and down ladders.
- Tack welding (kneeling, standing, sitting, lying, overhead burning of steel, dragging torch line)
- Use of jacks, porta-powers and come-a longs; some of which can weigh as much as 25 lbs.
- Lifting of material and tools (jacks, porta-powers, come-a longs, etc. Also loading and unloading of parts.
- Crawling through craft or on top of.
- Bending and twisting of your body as needed to get into different compartments.
- Operation of cranes, forklifts.
- Use of power tools (gougers, skill saws, cut saws, grinders). All require two hands on tools to operate in safe manner.
- Walking on tops of frames and tees (uneven walking surfaces)
- Need to be able to work with your hands.
- Other duties as required.