2026 Software Engineer I (Sea Systems) - Hunt Valley, MD

Cessna Aircraft Company; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Wellness Program (incl. Fitness Reimb)

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with

Job summary

Textron Systems in Hunt Valley, MD is seeking new and recent graduates for the Sea Systems division to develop autonomous surface vehicle software. You will design, simulate, build and field-test unmanned surface vehicle systems, delivering autonomous capabilities across their platforms.

The role focuses on embedded control, sensor interfaces and software across the product lifecycle, with opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge autonomy initiatives and offsite integration and testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in software engineering, computer science or related field
• C/C++ or Java programming experience
• Basic shell scripting experience
• Network/Serial/CAN interface development experience is a plus
• Knowledgeable of Object-Oriented Analysis (OOA)/Object-Oriented Design (OOD)
• Comfortable working in Unix based development environments
• Knowledge of basic configuration management principles
• Traveling up to 20% of the time

Responsibilities

• Developing solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope on both current and next generation technologies in support of our family of Surface Vehicle products
• Performing software development of new products across all phases of the product lifecycle from concept development to lab and offsite integration and evaluation
• Performing software development at component, subsystem and system level including embedded control systems and sensor/operator interface development
• Working cohesively on a multi-functional team with exciting technologies and products
• Providing offsite integration and test support
• Other related duties as assigned

Skills

C/C++/Java programming

Shell scripting

OOA/OOD concepts

Unix development

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in software engineering or CS

Job description

Job Description - 2026 Software Engineer I (Sea Systems) - Hunt Valley, MD (341975)

Job Number:

341975

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 TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

Textron Systems is seeking new and recent graduates to join our Sea Systems business area to develop solutions in support of our unmanned surface vehicles programs. Current focal areas include autonomous control, advanced payload integration, vision systems, and other emerging technologies to enhance our unmanned surface vehicle platforms’ capabilities.

Your day may include designing, simulating, constructing, and field-testing autonomous surface vehicles and their subsystems. Our goal is to deliver disruptive autonomy technologies that enhance our customers’ mission capabilities.We workon applied research and development initiatives as well as established programs, and leverage diversity of thought to improve Textron Systems’ lines of robotic products.Check out our exciting platforms here !

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

Developing solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope on both current and next generation technologies in support of our family of Surface Vehicle products

Performing software development of new products across all phases of the product lifecycle from concept development to lab and offsite integration and evaluation

Performing software development at component, subsystem and system level including embedded control systems and sensor/operator interface development

Working cohesively on a multi-functional team with exciting technologies and products

Providing offsite integration and test support

Other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in software engineering, computer science or related field with less than 2 years experience

Technical internship experience preferred

C/C++ or Java programming experience

Basic shell scripting experience

Network/Serial/CAN interface development experience is a plus

• Knowledgeable of Object-Oriented Analysis (OOA)/Object-Oriented Design (OOD)
• Comfortable working in Unix based development environments
• Knowledge of basic configuration management principles
• Traveling up to 20% of the time

How We Care

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
• - Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• - Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding

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.

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 should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is 96,000.00 - 96,000.00 per year.

EEO Statement

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.