Fall Co-Op Software Engineer; Crewed Land - Slidell, LA

2026 Fall Co-Op Software Engineer (Crewed Land) - Slidell, LA Description Who We Are

Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands:
Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming and ATAC.

The segment offers 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.

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.

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This role is in Textron System’s Land Systems - Crewed Land business area.

• Designing, developing, testing and support of future Family of vehicles for Land systems, as well as integration of vehicular components, sub systems, in conjunction with new design, product improvement, field and production problem resolution.
• Creating electrical schematics, harnessing design, and drawings in CAD system such as AutoCAD and Solid Works
• Performing engineering calculations, writing specifications, formulating sketches, testing criteria, failure analysis, and cost estimates.
• Providing technical support to both internal and external customers for technical data package delivery.
• Supporting Prototype build, troubleshooting and documentation as required.
• Understanding customer requirements, and provide design solutions
• Familiarity with Military standard and specifications then incorporating them into the system design
• Interest in automotive design related field

• Currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Electrical/Electronic component and system integration and analysis; electrical power distribution system design and electrical load analysis; electrical circuit design and analysis
• Electromotive components system design and integration; electro-electrical and servo control mechanism design and integration; electrical/electronic instrumentation and data acquisition
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD or related CAD experience
• This position requires an individual to be a U.S citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance.

As a Fall Co-Op with Textron Systems, you’ll become part of a team that is ALL IN, providing enduring solutions for a complex world. TOGETHER, we put tomorrow’s technology in the world’s hands today. During your Co-Op period in you will connect with people across multiple disciplines and locations, giving you exposure to new projects and mentorship. Below are a few, of many, additional highlights of the Fall Co-Op experience:

• Networking with fellow employees and leadership across Textron Systems.
• Opportunity to internally apply to full-time positions, new Co-Ops, or summer internships.
• Employee Resource Group (ERG) participation including volunteer days, events, and collaboration

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

• Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy compressed work week schedule
  * * that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 5/8, 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays off work!
• Dress for Your Day :
  No day is the same, so we don’t think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting,
  wear jeans for a casual day at…