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

Textron

Cockeysville (MD)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules
Education assistance
Career development
Wellness program
401(k) plan

Job summary

Textron Systems in Hunt Valley, Maryland seeks new graduates to join our Sea Systems team and contribute to unmanned surface vehicle programs. You will work on autonomous control, payload integration, vision systems, and related technologies across the product lifecycle.

This role involves developing solutions to routine technical problems, software development from concept to integration, and collaboration within a multi-functional team on cutting-edge platforms.

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.
  • Exposure to frontend technologies including CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, REST API, databases (SQL or NoSQL), and web UI design is a plus.
  • 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
Unix/Linux
Shell scripting
OOA/OOD
Networking interfaces

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Software Engineering/CS

Tools

Git
CI/CD
REST API
SQL/NoSQL

Job description

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.

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.

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!

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 work on 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
  • Exposure to frontend technologies including (but not limited to) CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript, REST API, databases (SQL or NoSQL), and web UI design is a plus
  • 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
  • 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

Job Field

Engineering

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Entry Job

Shift

First Shift

Worksite

Onsite

Job Posting

08/04/2026, 3:26:06 PM

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