Test Flight Electrician

Overview

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 aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems. This role is in Textron System’s Marine & Land Systems business area.

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We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for.

A Test Flight Electrician performs all tasks associated with electrical/electronic system testing and maintenance as assigned by management.

• Electrical/Electronic system test conduct
• Electrical/Electronic system troubleshooting & resolution
• Conduct maintenance on electrical/electronic systems
• Electrical/Electronic support for craft operations – on ramp & underway
• Cable fabrication, electrical panel assembly, wire stripping, electrical schematics layouts, hook-ups, and soldering
• Must be able to work from Engineering drawings, sketches, blueprints, schematics and follow written/verbal instructions
• Perform job duties with the use of basic hand tools (screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, drill motors, sanding and grinding tools, etc.)
• Maintain records, forms, and logs as required
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management

• High school diploma or GED certificate

• Formal craft training and three (3) plus years of related experience, preferably in marine vessel testing
• Ability to read blueprints, shop orders, sketches, and drawings necessary to complete tasks
• Must be able to perform basic (simple) shop mathematics
• Must be willing to work rotating/second shift
• Willingness and flexibility to work extended hours as needed to accomplish tasks or work with little or no prior notification

Physical demands described have been validated by on-site job analysis. They are representative of the physical demands that must be met by an employee to successfully and safely perform the essential functions of this job. The following information is a synopsis of key physical demand requirements determined from a detailed job analysis:

• Postural:
  Must have the ability to move extremities and spine throughout a sufficient range of motion to work in a variety of postures from floor to overhead. Flexing and twisting of the trunk and other awkward postures are occasionally required.
• Dexterity:
  Must have good dexterity and frequently use one and two hands for fingering, gripping and manipulation.
• Cardiorespiratory Demand:
  Must have sufficient cardiorespiratory fitness to perform medium work involving heavy lifting and tolerate medium demands in various temperatures and humidity.
• General Physical
  
  Activities:
  
  Include standing, walking, sitting, stooping, kneeling, squatting, body twisting, sense of touch, manual dexterity, speaking clearly, seeing distant/reading, reaching, hearing, depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing ladders/stairs and balancing.
• Physical Demand Level - Medium:
  Able to perform medium physical labor, typically involving lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling not to exceed 60 lbs.

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences, and unique perspectives. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace.

Below are just a few examples!

• 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

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.

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Textron Systems

US-Louisiana-New Orleans

Manufacturing

Full-time

Individual Contributor

Experienced

First Shift

Job Posting

01/21/2026, 6:00:00 AM