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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 Sea Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

The Sea Systems team is seeking a highly qualified candidate to function as Project Engineering team Functional Manager and Project Engineer in support of our USV product development initiatives and our contract programs. The strong candidate will have demonstrated project engineering and leadership skills, a broad knowledge base in multiple engineering disciplines, and be able to execute in R&D, engineering services, and production programs. This role will include functional management of 3-5 project engineers in addition to maintaining project engineering oversight over assigned program(s).
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills in execution of this role:
Management Skills
 

• Manage a team of engineers – fostering professional and technical growth.
   
• Set goals and expectations for project engineers aligned with organizational objectives.
   
• Provide mentorship for development technical, execution, and leadership skills.
   
• Perform annual performance reviews and provide feedback on strengths and development areas.
   
• Create and oversee development plans and career development opportunities.
   
• Assign and reallocate resources as project needs change.
   

Project Engineering Skills
 

• Act as an advisor to management and customers on project technical execution and decision making. 
• Develop and maintain strong internal and external customer relationships.  
• Provide expert knowledge of the Systems Development Life Cycle by leading project execution through the associated phases and gates. 
• Lead cross-functional engineering teams from initial development through sustainment activities. Have an excellent understanding of system configuration management and control processes through the product development phases for product baselines such as requirements, hardware and software.
• Lead technical and cost proposals. Confidently develop and peer review cost Basis of Estimates.
• Collaborate closely with Program Management to tightly control program schedules and budgets, be accountable for the engineering cost account management and overarching battleplans for assigned projects.
• Navigate and lead multidisciplinary teams through complex technical problems and provide solutions. 
• Work cross-functionally with Operations and Supply Chain on prototyping and production activities.
• Resolve schedule, resource, and technical conflicts. 
• Collaborate with engineering functional managers to organize and delegate key tasks.
  Identify risks and develop mitigation plans for project execution.
• Provide recommendations to senior management regarding critical risk acceptance. Peer review risks for other projects upon request.
  Develop subcontract statements of work and manage outside subcontractor performance as needed.
• Travel in support of project execution and testing as required, up to 15%.
   

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 passionate and skilled Robotics/UAS Engineer to join our innovative team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and will help us design, build, test, and evaluate UAS-based systems. The ideal candidate will be interested in working with all aspects of UAS software, mechanical, and electrical development within a multi-disciplinary team. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced and collaborative environment and enjoys taking ideas from concept to reality.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and iterate mechanical components and assemblies.
• Integrate UAS hardware and software, including payload systems, sensors, and communication links.
• Develop embedded software and integrate sensor payloads on onboard computers and microcontrollers.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless hardware and software integration.
• Conduct system-level testing and troubleshooting to ensure reliability and performance under various operational conditions.
• Plan, execute, and document validation tests for new and existing UAS designs.
• Perform detailed diagnostics and analysis of mechanical, electrical, and software components during system evaluations.
• Maintain detailed records of design processes, test results, and integration procedures.
• Participate in cross-functional design reviews to improve product architecture.
• Write comprehensive technical reports and weekly project updates.

Who We Are

We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. 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. 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 and many more.  

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.

This role is in Textron System’s Uncrewed Land and Air Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & HoweandHowe.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

The Uncrewed Land and Air Systems team in Hunt Valley is seeking a passionate and skilled Systems Engineer to join our team to work on innovative products in our ground robotics domain. Our team is engaged in multiple cutting-edge development programs for defense applications, and we are looking for engineers who are eager to apply a diverse set of technologies and skills to create indispensable robotic solutions. This interdisciplinary role involves supporting the full life cycle development of our products, including new product development, product upgrades, payload design, integration and test, and fielding solutions for military and commercial customers. The ideal candidate will have experience in hardware and/or software integration, managing requirements derivation and allocation, and working successfully within a collaborative team environment. A strong desire to take ownership of design efforts to ensure the integration of new technology into our vehicles is essential.

Responsibilities:

•    Engineering Design and Development:
o    Lead full-lifecycle engineering design and development activities on established and disruptive new products.
o    Work across engineering disciplines to develop conceptual designs that solve complex problems.
o    Perform requirements analysis and derivation to understand customer needs.
o    Develop architecture models utilizing SysML to support requirements development and derivation.
o    Use requirements management and test tools to decompose program requirements.
•    Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE):
o    Develop and maintain system models using MBSE methodologies and tools.
o    Utilize SysML for creating and managing system architecture models.
o    Integrate MBSE practices into the overall systems engineering process to improve design, analysis, and verification activities.
o    Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure MBSE models accurately represent system requirements and design.
•    Systems Integration and Testing:
o    Lead hands-on integration of components and subsystems into Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) and/or Unmanned Air Vehicles (UAVs).
o    Develop integration test plans and procedures to verify product integration.
o    Perform analysis of data extracted from testing.
o    Define methods, processes, and evaluation criteria for verifying systems, subsystems, and work products against their requirements.
•    Collaboration and Communication:
o    Prepare and present systems engineering work products to internal review teams and external customers at program milestone reviews.
o    Interact daily with technical leads, program managers, planners, technicians, and other engineers.
o    Collaborate with others within the workgroup, with other departments, and with customers.
•    Project Management and Technical Direction:
o    Participate in an Integrated Product Team to design new capabilities based on evaluation of all necessary development and operational considerations.
o    Provide technical direction for the development, engineering, interfacing, integration, and testing of specific components of complex hardware/software systems.
o    Manage system requirements and derived requirements to ensure the delivery of production systems that are compatible with the defined system architecture(s)
o    Assist with the development of system requirements, functional requirements, and allocation of the same to individual hardware, software, facility, and personnel components.

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:

• Provide leadership and oversight for a team of both Software and Systems Engineering, including key disciplines such as:
  • Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, System Safety, Cybersecurity, Reliability, and other technical areas essential to program success.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels for both disciplines, including:
  • Managing full-time employees, co-ops, interns, and contractors.
  • Forecasting future resource needs and addressing potential workforce gaps.
• Drive development and engagement of Software and Systems Engineers by:
  • Managing team performance through setting objectives, conducting reviews, and providing feedback.
  • Mentoring and coaching team members in both domains to foster technical growth and career progression.
• Oversee and enforce best practices for Software Engineering activities, including:
  • Software architecture, development, and requirements engineering.
  • Adoption and implementation of Agile methodologies and tools.
  • Driving process improvements and monitoring quality compliance for software deliverables.
• Oversee Systems Engineering activities, ensuring execution excellence in areas such as:
  • Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) with an emphasis on SysML modeling and tools.
  • Requirements development, decomposition, and analysis to ensure alignment with customer needs.
  • System architecture definition and integration with program requirements across all technical domains.
  • Verification and Validation (V&V) planning to ensure alignment with customer deliverables.
• Oversee additional domain-specific responsibilities, including:
  • Compliance with System Safety, Cybersecurity, and Systems Reliability standards.
  • Reviewing and ensuring high-quality delivery of system-level and software-level artifacts to customers.
• Track team and program performance by:
  • Monitoring and analyzing quality metrics for both Software and Systems teams.
  • Soliciting and addressing feedback from internal management and external customers.
  • Providing regular progress updates for internal leadership and customers, including technical progress and resource management updates.