Test Engineer III

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  &  to read more about who we are and the products we make!

We believe people should love what they do – in a Test Engineering role, you will be responsible for:

• Testing and integrating new technology into our family of USV products throughout the lifecycle of the program.
• Leading a team of 2-4 test engineers including allocation and monitoring of daily tasking and overall responsibility for daily testing operations related to the program for which you are assigned.
• Executing test engineering tasks – including (but not limited to) requirements analysis, design review support, test planning, readiness reviews, integration, verification, test/failure review board management, risk management, and engineering analysis.
• Preparing and presenting test engineering work products – including (but not limited to) test plans, procedures, and reports to internal review teams and external customers.
• Working cross‑functionally with project management, project engineering, and engineering functional leaders to provide project planning for test activities, resource allocation requests, test metrics tracking, and test status.
• Serving as a resource to others within the department and the organization.
• Interacting daily with US Navy customers, program managers, planners, and technicians.
• Driving tasks to completion independently.

Qualifications and experience include:

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering (software, electrical, mechanical, systems, or computer engineering) or physical sciences and a minimum 5 years of experience in a systems engineering or design engineering role required OR
• Master’s Degree in engineering or physical sciences with 3 or more years related experience.
• 2 years demonstrated project leadership experience preferred.

• Active Secret Clearance preferred;
  Secret eligibility required.
• Travel Required:
  
  25% - 30% travel.
• Effective writing and presentation skills.
• A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Visio).

• Experience with DOORS, JIRA, and Magic Draw (or equivalent).
• Experience in a DoD environment and model based systems engineering.
• Naval system experience according to military standards preferred.

• Flexible Work Schedules.
• Education Assistance.
• Career Development & Training Opportunities.
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement).
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding.
• Paid Parental Leave.

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives.

Are you a Military Veteran? Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.