Engineering Test Technician

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

We believe people should love what they do. In this role you will be responsible for:

• Working as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team during the design, development, test, and qualification phases of Department of Defense (DoD) programs
• Responsible for supporting engineers in the planning, setup, execution, and evaluation of DoD munition and sensor products
• Support test setup, conduct, and data collection activities for climatic and dynamic environmental testing, Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) testing, energetic device testing, system functional and performance testing, and product acceptance testing
• Responsible to maintain shock, vibration, thermal, sensor, and mechanical test equipment and procedures
• Responsible to maintain test laboratory & equipment
• Conduct assembly and inspection operations for complex explosive and electromechanical devices
• Support program, engineering, and external organizations during test planning, execution and reporting phases
• Test events will require 20% travel to off-site test facilities both locally and across the country

• High school, trade school or higher;
  Associates or technical school degree is a plus
• Ability to work assigned tasks independently or with minimal supervision
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience supporting both electrical and mechanical engineering related tasks
• Be thoroughly familiar with MS Office and its use in an engineering environment
• Active Secret clearance preferred;
  Ability to obtain a security clearance is required
• Knowledge, experience, and certifications to handle explosives and hazardous materials is desired, but training to obtain certifications can be provided.
• Willingness and ability to obtain Research & Development Blasting Certificate of Competency from the state of MA required (training can be provided)
• Willingness and ability to obtain Hazardous Material Packaging and Shipping certification required (training can be provided)
• Proficiency and ability to use mechanical power/hand tools (drill press, saw, press, etc) and electrical instrumentation (meters, power supplies, probes, etc) is required
• Must be able to communicate effectively and have good organizational skills
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow electrical schematics and mechanical drawings/assembly instructions is a plus
• Proficient at soldering

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. 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’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range…