Test Engineer II​/III

Test Engineer II/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 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:

We are seeking a talented test engineer with Mechanical, Electrical, or Test Engineering background to support a major US Air Force Program. As a Test Engineer, you will perform planning, coordination, and execution of component, subsystems, and system level tests as well as other evaluation activities across the program. A strong candidate will possess at least 2 years' experience related experience.

You will have the opportunity to work in a multi-disciplined team environment and directly support our nation's war fighters. Whether your desired career path is technical or leadership, Textron is highly diversified with a strong grow-from-within philosophy that offers exceptional opportunities for career progression.

• Design test events that support product maturation throughout all phases of product development

• Plan, coordinate, schedule, and lead test and evaluation activities to ensure that test requirements and objectives are met per customer/program requirements and engineering and quality standards

• Prepare and/or review test plans, test procedures, test readiness reviews, and test reports for functional, performance, environmental, and field tests

• Lead/support in-house and field data collection activities including setup and operation of data acquisition systems, accelerometers, strain gauges, high speed cameras, and other test instrumentation

• Support test activities including product installation, integration, test, data acquisition, and analysis

• Perform preliminary "quick-look" analysis and provide post-test debriefs to engineering team and customers

• Coordinate with appropriate program, engineering, and external organizations during test planning, execution, analysis, and reporting phases

• Support development of test program budgets and schedules

• 10 - 20% Travel

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 2 years related experience (Level II).

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 5 years related experience (Level III).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Familiarity with MIL-STD standards (MIL-STD 810 or SMC-S-016)

• Knowledge and/or experience using electrical/mechanical test instrumentation is a plus

• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and have good organizational skills

• Active Secret clearance with an ability to obtain Special Access approval

• This role is open at multiple levels. Candidates will be hired at a level consistent with their background and experience

• Level II: $92,600-$139,600

• Level III: $115,800-$176,200

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…