Principal Electrical Eng Tech

Textron; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Systems is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineering Technician for production of a range of electronic systems. You will design and support complex PCBs, power supplies, analog conditioning, RF components and sensors, with potential FPGA experience. U.S. citizenship and SECRET clearance are required.

The role emphasizes test and verification, documentation, and collaboration with engineers and production teams to ensure high-quality results.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of electronics technology experience with an associate degree.
• Ability to communicate and interface with manufacturing teams to meet schedules.
• Capability to guide junior technicians and maintain safe lab practices.
• Willingness to travel and obtain/maintain SECRET clearance.

Responsibilities

• Performing a variety of complex test functions related to production activities, including setup, operation, calibration and testing of electronic assemblies.
• Diagnose and correct equipment and system malfunctions.
• Write and interpret specifications for designing, maintaining and calibrating electronic systems.
• Prepare reports, charts and graphs as part of process documentation.

Skills

Electronic theory

Testing & measurement

US citizenship & SECRET clearance

Team communication

Willing to travel

RF/EO/IR experience

Military experience

Education

Associate degree in Electronics Technology

Technical degree preferred

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 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 Electronic Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

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

The candidate should be comfortable as a cognizant designer of complex printed circuit boards utilizing micro-processors & controllers, high efficiency power supply design, analog signal conditioning, sensors, and RF components. There is also a desire that the applicant have experience designing systems to initiate ordnance under the rigor required by the safety community. Experience with FPGA design in VHDL or Verilog is a bonus. This position requires that the candidate be a US citizen with or capable of receiving a secret level security clearance.

Description:

Principal Electrical Engineering Technician for production of newly developed and legacy products in Textron Systems Electronic Systems.

Responsibilities

• Performing a variety of complex technical test functions related to the support of production activities. This includes set-up, operation, modification, calibrations, and testing of digital/analog/RF and electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) electronic assembly and sub-assembly processes.
• Diagnose and correct equipment and system malfunctions which fail to respond to standard corrective measures.
• Write and interpret specifications used in designing, maintaining, and calibrating electronic systems, chassis, or components.
• Prepare reports, charts and graphs as part of process documentation.

Qualifications

• Position typically calls for technical training with 4-6 years of experience with an Associates Degree in Electronics Technology, or technical degree preferred.
• Must be team oriented and able to communicate and interface with others to execute manufacturing schedules
• Provide guidance to other level supporting technicians.
• Requires advanced knowledge of electronics, physics, math.
• Will work under general direction of supervision and independently determines and develops approach to solutions.
• Maintain a safe lab test station environment by following applicable practices/processes.
• May work with engineers to assist in the development of testing new products or test processes, as applicable.
• Candidate should possess the ability to comprehend specifications, production requirements, procedures, and production drawings.
• Skill/Experience using electronics Test & Measurement equipment in circuit testing/troubleshooting: Power Supplies, Signal Generators, Multi-Meters, Oscilloscopes, RF Spectrum Analyzer, RF Power Meters, IR Camera’s, etc.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Must be a US citizen able to obtain/maintain a SECRET security clearance. Must be willing to travel.
• RF or EO/IR Experience is preferred
• Relevant military experience in electronic equipment or applicable trade school training is a plus.

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
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Career Development & Training Opportunities
• Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
• Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
• Paid Parental Leave

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.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.

Primary Location

US-Maryland-Hunt Valley

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Experienced

Shift

First Shift

Job Posting

07/30/2026, 8:53:56 AM