Systems Engineer IV

Textron; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Systems is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer IV to support advanced weapon system programs. You will perform requirements analysis, architecture design, integration, and test, leveraging 10+ years of experience in systems engineering.

The role requires familiarity with DoD processes, potential for travel up to 25%, and active security clearance. Join Textron Systems’ Weapon Systems business area to drive critical design and verification activities across programs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with requirements traceability and system architecture.
• Ability to define operations concepts and manage requirements.
• Develop manufacturing specifications and verification plans.
• Plan, execute and evaluate subsystem and component tests.
• Address lifecycle requirements from development to fielding.
• Support subsystem and system integration and milestone reviews.
• Familiarity with IBM DOORS and No Magic Cameo is preferred.
• Ten years of related experience in a systems role.
• Education in engineering with advanced degree a plus.
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition processes and security clearances.
• Willingness to travel approximately 25%.

Responsibilities

• Analyze requirements and perform architecture definition for subsystems.
• Model systems, define concepts of operations, and manage requirements.
• Create manufacturing specifications and verification plans.
• Generate test requirements and coordinate test execution.
• Support end-to-end lifecycle from development to fielding.
• Contribute to integration efforts and program reviews.
• Prepare design documentation for milestones and reviews.

Skills

Requirements traceability

System architecture

Interface management

Risk management

System modeling

Operations concepts

Lifecycle management

DoD processes knowledge

Travel readiness

Security clearance flow

Education

BS in systems/mechanical/electrical engineering

MS in Systems Engineering (plus)

Tools

IBM DOORS

No Magic Cameo

Job description

Systems Engineer IV

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.

This role is in Textron System’s Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems Engineer to join our team in supporting strategic weapon system and subsystem technical design solutions for our Advanced Programs. As a Systems Engineer IV, you will perform a variety of assignments including requirements analysis, architecture design, integration, and test. A strong candidate will possess at least 10 years’ experience in a Systems Engineering role. The successful candidate will play a critical role in the design, planning, execution, and test and evaluation aspects of advanced programs, ensuring that all technical requirements are met.

Qualifications

• Participate in overall requirements traceability, system architecture definition, interface management, and risk management for assigned subsystem
• Conduct system modeling, define concepts of operations, and manage requirements in support of system design
• Develop subsystem and component manufacturing specifications across the system including verification plans
• Generate subsystem and component test requirements and work with test team to plan, execute, and evaluate test events
• Address Engineering Lifecycle requirements from development to manufacturing to fielding and operational support
• Participate in integration efforts at the subsystem and system level and support higher level program integration efforts
• Contribute to milestone technical reviews and generate required design documentation
• Familiarity with IBM DOORS and No Magic Cameo highly desired
• 10 years of related experience
• Education Requirements: BS degree in systems, mechanical, or electrical engineering, MS in Systems Engineering a plus
• Familiarity with DoD major acquisition program processes and requirements.
• Ability to travel 25% of the time
• Active security clearance required, eligibility for SAP clearance is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in engineering or related field.
• DoD test and evaluation certifications and experience.
• Experience with systems engineering, integration, test and evaluation.
• Top SECRET Clearance

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.

In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is

$146,500 - $224,500 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.

Recruiting Company: Textron Systems
Primary Location: US-Massachusetts-Wilmington
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time