Test Engineer II/III

Textron; Wilmington (MA); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training

Wellness Program (Fitness Reimburs.)

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Textron Systems in the United States is seeking a Test Engineer II/III to plan, coordinate, and execute component- to system-level tests for a major US Air Force program. You will work in a multidisciplinary team, support data acquisition, analysis, and reporting, and travel 10–15%.

A strong candidate has 2+ years (Level II) or 5+ years (Level III) in testing and can obtain/maintain a security clearance. Join Textron Systems to contribute to defense programs and advance through a growth-focused

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field with 2+ years experience for Level II or 5+ years for Level III.
• Experience in planning, coordinating, and executing system-level tests for defense or aerospace programs.
• Familiarity with electrical/mechanical test instrumentation and data collection systems.
• Ability to obtain/maintain Government Security Clearance; Active Secret preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and schedule test and evaluation activities to meet requirements and standards.
• Prepare and/or review test plans, procedures, readiness reviews, and test reports for functional, environmental, and field tests.
• Support in-house and field data collection including setup of data acquisition systems and test instrumentation.
• Support test activities including installation, integration, data acquisition, and analysis.
• Perform preliminary “quick look” analysis and provide post-test debriefs to engineering and customers.
• Coordinate with program, engineering, and external organizations during planning, execution, analysis, and reporting.
• Communicate effectively (verbal and written) and maintain good organizational skills.
• 10 - 15% Travel.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

5+ years related experience (Level III)

Tools

Electrical/Mechanical test instrumentation

MIL-STD familiarity

Job description

Job Number:

Test Engineer II/III (Job Number: 344508 )

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!

About This Role

We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for: We are seeking a talented test engineer with a Mechanical 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, subsystem, and system level tests as well as other evaluation activities across the program. A strong candidate will possess at least 2+ years 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.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and schedule 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, environmental, and field tests
• 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
• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and have good organizational skills
• 10 - 15% Travel

Qualifications

• 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
• Experience in system-level and mechanical structure testing for defense or aerospace programs
• 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 obtain/maintain Government Security Clearance; Active Secret clearance preferred
• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and have good organizational skills

*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

How We Care

• 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

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!

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 $92,600 - $176,200 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.