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Who We Are
Textron Systems’ Electronic Systems division is seeking an experienced Program Manager to join our team in Hunt Valley, MD. The Program Manager will lead all sustainment programs for the Mission business.
Mission is our business area focused on its strong lineage of developing and supplying a multitude of operational test product lines. Mission also includes sensor fusion and multi-domain testing at the edge of deployment ? the critical intersection of highly integrated technology and readiness to keep our customers safe, no matter the Mission.
This role requires excellent organization, teamwork, and communication skills to ensure program execution meets mission objectives and customer expectations. A successful candidate in this role will be action-oriented, have strong written and verbal communication, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Responsibilities:
The Program Manager will have responsibilities including but not limited to the following:
- Managing the financial, technical, and schedule requirements of a critical program to deliver products that are technically acceptable on-time and in a cost-effective manner.
- Applying Earned Value (EV) techniques to monitor and control the Performance Measurement Baseline.
- Performing Control Account Manager (CAM) responsibilities for program budget including development of budgetary baseline, review of actual costs and managing variance analysis, monthly Latest Revised Estimate (LRE) updates, Estimate At Complete (EAC) analysis, and sales forecast updates.
- Creating and maintaining resource loaded Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and developing actionable plans to ensure on-time / early completion.
- Managing program Risks & Opportunities.
- Interfacing with critical suppliers, subcontractors and Textron Systems’ internal Procurement/Subcontracts organization to communicate program updates/changes to and from the supplier.
- Coordinating formal briefs, meetings and reviews with customers and company leaders.
- Working closely with the customer’s Program Manager(s) and communicating program progress both internally and externally.
- Leading proposal generation and submittals to the customer.
- Mentor and foster new Project Management talent.
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?
The Associate Program Master Scheduler is responsible for development, coordination, and implementation of the Program Master Schedules and their integration into the program work products. The position will be a part of the program team and work day-to-day with the program managers and control account managers.?
Develop and maintain the Program Integrated Master Plan/Schedule associated with the entire project lifecycle from RFP to program closeout that are compliant to applicable DIDs, PASEG, GASP and WBS Standards?
Lead regular status review meetings to capture accomplishments, resource and duration adjustments as well as maintaining interdependencies?
Ensure integration and synchronization of cost and schedule data?
Advises the Program Manager and Control Account Managers on schedule performance, forecasts, and risks?
Identifies, negotiates, and resolves conflicts between the stakeholders in the scheduling process?
Participate in external and internal reviews of the schedule, including surveillance and audits?
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 Sea Systems 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, you will be responsible for:
• Manage all phases of programs from inception through completion, Responsible for cost, schedule and technical performance of company programs or subsystems of major programs. Acts as primary customer contact for program activities, leading program review sessions with customers to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Establishes milestones and monitors master plans and schedule.
• Disciplined program execution with a bias towards action, analytical presentation and problem-solving skills; the ability to gain internal support; and the ability to establish and maintain a solid working relationship with technical staff, managers, and peers.
• Establish cost controls and monitor adherence to contract requirements, reporting and justifying costs. Establish and monitor adherence to program plans including schedule and risk management, resource planning, requirements management, and cash flow management. Prepare and issues operational and program directives and controlling product configuration.
• Design and execute formal capture plans and monitor competitor activity for each capture. The candidate is expected to exercise sound judgment within broadly defined practices and policies; regularly interact with all levels of management, technical staff, and customers; and display a high degree of tact and diplomacy.
• Demonstrated ability to translate technical requirements into executable program plans and drive technical decision-making with engineering leadership
• Experience with risk identification and mitigation related to software development, systems integration, and technology maturation.
• Ability to partner closely with engineering leads to ensure scope clarity, technical feasibility, and schedule adherence.
• Experience delivering products in regulated or mission-critical domains (aerospace, defense, complex systems, etc.) is highly desirable.
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 Textron Systems Weapons division is seeking a Sr. Program Manager to lead a team of Project & Program Managers in development of a major strategic weapon system. The ideal candidate is a well-established leader of people with a technical background and strong programmatic foundation. This Sr. Program Manager is expected to translate strategic vision into program execution, maintain a high level of excellence for the team, and demonstrate unwavering commitment to serving the warfighter.
Responsibilities:
We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:
- Managing the financial, technical, and schedule requirements of a major weapon system to deliver products that are technically acceptable on-time and in a cost-effective manner.
- Understanding Earned Value (EV) techniques to maintain a rigorous Performance Measurement Baseline, robust explanations of high-level cost / schedule variances, and an accurate Estimate at Complete (EAC).
- Applying resources to work Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) driving path actions and ensuring on-time completion of major program milestones.
- Understanding the full risk & opportunity space for development of the weapon system and proactively mitigating risk.
- Building rapport with internal support functions / stakeholders and interfacing with external customers.
- Coordinating internal leadership program reviews and formal customer events with high quality briefing materials.
- Growing and developing Project Manager and Program Manager direct reports.
- Following program management processes, plans and procedures to ensure execution to AS9100 Quality certification requirements and Textron best practices.
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 Weapons Program Management (PM) team is seeking a Project Specialist to help maintain a high level of excellence on recurring program activities and support the PM team. The ideal candidate will enjoy a fast-paced environment, be very well organized, and is passionate about serving the warfighter.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate Subcontract Data Requirements List (SDRL) deliverables for a major DoW contract
- Ensure on-time submittal of recurring SDRL deliverables to the customer, including coordination with various functional groups – Engineering, Quality, PM etc.
- Forecast and spearhead SDRL efforts for major program events, such as Critical Design Reviews
- Capture meeting minutes and action items in monthly Program Status Reviews with the customer for submittal via official program SDRLs
- Serve as the Control Account Manager (CAM) for all budgetary SDRL scope
- Maintain a program-wide risk register and host effective monthly Risk Review Boards with program leadership
- Serve as the CAM for Engineering Software (cost, renewal terms, # of licenses etc.) and Program Security (labor and material)
- Coordinate content and meeting logistics for Monthly Program Status Reviews (MPSRs) with internal Textron leadership and monthly Program Status Reviews (PSRs) with the customer.
- For customer meetings: gather customer attendee lists, produce agendas, coordinate content reviews with internal leadership etc.
- Lead program Pre-Ship Readiness Review (PSRR) events and SDRL creation, ensuring timely completion to support on-time hardware delivery to our customer
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 Electronic Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
Role Overview
We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for providing program support by working closely with Project Managers, Program Managers and Project Engineers. This position can be an entry into the Program Management career track or other areas such as Finance, Contracts, Business Development, etc.
We are seeking a detail-oriented?CDRL (Contract Data Requirements List) Lead?for the T-7A Maintenance Training System program. The role is responsible for managing all contractual data deliverables, ensuring compliance with defense regulation. Serving as a liaison between government customers, contractors, and internal teams, the CDRL Lead ensures accurate, timely, and secure data delivery while optimizing workflows to meet critical program objectives.
Key Responsibilities
· Serve as the primary authority for managing all CDRL deliverables, ensuring compliance with Department of Defense (DoD) and customer contract specifications.
· Interpret and analyze government contracts (DIDs, CDRLs) and establish workflows to meet all requirements.
· Develop and maintain CDRL data tracking processes in line with the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), ensuring timely delivery.
· Partner with program management, technical teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to coordinate contributions for all deliverables in alignment with program milestones.
· Perform reviews for accuracy, formatting, completeness, and compliance with contractual or legal criteria.
· Closely supports PM team and collaborates with other functions including engineering, scheduling, contracts, procurement, manufacturing and finance
· Participates in and supports preparation of customer and internal 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
The Weapon Systems business is seeking a Project Manager for the Hill AFB, Utah location. The Project Manager will own a subset of a major defense program, under the supervisor of a Sr. Program Manager, and work within a highly collaborative and dynamic Program Office.
This role requires excellent organization, teamwork, and communication skills to ensure program execution that meets mission objectives. A successful candidate in this role will be action-oriented, have strong written and verbal communication, and exhibit a team mentality.
Responsibilities:
The Project Manager will have responsibilities including but not limited to the following:
Managing the financial, technical, and schedule requirements of program components to deliver products that are technically acceptable on-time and in a cost-effective manner.
Understanding the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and critical path for a subset of the program and executing any mitigation efforts to ensure on-time / early completion of tasking.
Supporting Control Account Managers (CAMs) in execution to a baseline budget – ensuring accurate Estimates to Complete and robust variance reporting from all CAMs supporting a subset of the program.
Interfacing with critical suppliers and Textron Systems’ internal Procurement organization to communicate program updates / changes to and from the supplier.
Working creatively to solve customer problems and communicating program progress both internally and externally.
Assisting with proposal generation and submittal to the customer.
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:
The Manufacturing Program Analyst is a key member of the Manufacturing team, responsible for the planning, coordination, and performance tracking of all Manufacturing scope on manufacturing efforts that are subject to abiding by a full Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
This position is well-suited for an early-career professional with strong organizational and communication skills who is eager to develop expertise in program management and earned value on a complex DoD program. The ideal candidate has a strong analytical aptitude with an interest in financial performance, manufacturing operations & project controls. The candidate must also possess a desire to develop expertise in EVM, cost forecasting, schedule performance, and program execution. The Manufacturing Program Analyst works in close partnership with dedicated Finance Analysts (FAs) who perform cost calculations and generate metrics; the analyst's role is to interpret those results, understand their operational implications, and drive informed decisions across the Manufacturing team. The analyst also collaborates with Manufacturing Operations to develop Estimates to Complete (ETCs) and Bases of Estimate (BOEs), and serves as the Manufacturing representative to the program's risk management process.
This is a great entry level position to learn how advanced manufacturing operations measure cost and performance, and is typically used as a gateway to further advance throughout project management, finance and operations roles. In this role you will develop expertise in EVM, cost & schedule forecasting, manufacturing operations, financial planning & analysis, program execution within the defense industry, executive-level reporting and cross functional leadership.
Responsibilities:
Control Account Management
• Serve as the accountable manager for all assigned Manufacturing Control Accounts (CAs), coordinating with Manufacturing Project Managers to ensure the work scope, budget, and schedule are maintained in accordance with the program's requirements.
• Develop and maintain time-phased budgets and schedules for manufacturing labor and material scope, in alignment with the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
• Authorize work to the Manufacturing organization through Work Packages and Planning Packages consistent with associated guidelines.
• Review and interpret monthly metrics — including cost and schedule variances and performance indices; translate those results into clear, actionable insights for the Manufacturing and Program Management teams.
• Identify the root cause of cost/schedule variation and develop Corrective Action Plans.
• Review monthly program reporting data prepared by Finance Analysts prior to submission, ensuring Manufacturing scope is accurately and completely represented.
• Coordinate with Finance Analysts and Program Schedulers to process budget changes, ensuring scope changes are captured through Baseline Change Control procedures.
• Understand contract incentive fee structure and how Manufacturing cost performance contributes to the program's execution.
Estimate to Complete (ETC) Development & Basis of Estimate (BOE)
• Lead the development of Estimates to Complete (ETCs) for Manufacturing Control Accounts by engaging directly with Operations supervisors, production leads, and support personnel to capture current status and remaining work.
• Author and maintain Bases of Estimate (BOEs) for manufacturing labor and material scope, documenting the methodology, assumptions, and risk considerations.
• Coordinate with Finance Analysts to ensure ETCs are properly loaded and reconciled in the EVMS toolset.
• Maintain ETCs and BOEs on a monthly basis and update them as significant changes in scope, schedule, or technical approach occur; support IBR and program review activities by clearly articulating the basis for Manufacturing estimates.
Material Management & Analysis
• Manage the material budget within assigned Control Accounts, including purchased parts, raw materials, and customer-furnished equipment (CFE), ensuring the budget plan reflects the production schedule.
• Conduct material analysis to identify critical materials based on cost, schedule sensitivity, and supply chain risk; establish a tiered approach to EV tracking that applies greater scrutiny to high-criticality items.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Management to monitor open purchase orders and incoming material status; provide timely updates to Finance Analysts.
• Participate in material planning reviews, and ensure material phase plans are aligned with the manufacturing production schedule.
Risk Management
• Serve as the Manufacturing representative to the program's formal Risk Management process, maintaining ownership of all manufacturing-related risks and opportunities within the Program Risk Register.
• Identify and document manufacturing risks — such as supplier delays, production challenges, material shortages, or labor constraints — and work with the team to assess their likelihood and potential impact on cost and schedule.
• Develop risk mitigation plans with defined actions, owners, and due dates; track and report progress at program risk reviews and Integrated Baseline Reviews (IBRs).
• Support Government and internal program reviews.
Cross-Functional Coordination
• Serve as a reliable point of contact between Manufacturing Operations, Finance/Business, Supply Chain, and Program Management; ensure information flows accurately across teams.
• Participate in regular Program Management Reviews (PMRs), risk reviews, and other program-level forums as the Manufacturing representative.
• Support DCMA EVMS surveillance activities and IBR preparation by providing clear documentation and explanation of Manufacturing scope, estimates, and risk.
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 Weapon Systems business is seeking a Program Manager for the Wilmington, MA location. The Program Manager will own critical scope within a growing program and work within a highly collaborative and dynamic Program Office.
This role requires excellent organization, teamwork, and communication skills to ensure program execution that meets mission objectives. A successful candidate in this role will be action-oriented, have strong written and verbal communication, and exhibit a team mentality.
Responsibilities:
The Program Manager will have responsibilities including but not limited to the following:
- Managing the financial, technical, and schedule requirements of critical program scope to deliver products that are technically acceptable on-time and in a cost-effective manner.
- Developing and presenting formal briefs to internal and external senior leaders, reviewing and editing content from other stakeholders, and leading internal dry runs prior to the event.
- Applying Earned Value (EV) techniques to monitor and control the Performance Measurement Baseline.
- Performing Control Account Manager (CAM) responsibilities for program budget including development of budgetary baseline, review of actual costs and managing variance analysis, monthly Latest Revised Estimate updates, Estimate at Complete analysis, and sales forecast updates.
- Zeroing in on Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) critical and driving paths and creating actionable plans to ensure on-time / early completion of related tasking.
- Managing Risks & Opportunities for assigned scope.
- Interfacing with critical suppliers and Textron Systems’ internal Procurement organization to communicate program updates / changes to and from the supplier.
- Working closely with the customer’s Program Manager(s) and communicating program progress both internally and externally.
- Leading proposal generation and submittal to the customer.
- Mentoring Project Managers.