Test & Evaluation Project Manager

Cessna Aircraft Company; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Systems is seeking a Test & Evaluation Project Manager to support the United States Marine Corps ARV program. The role oversees T&E activities across all project lifecycle phases, develops test plans and schedules, and collaborates with engineering and program teams to meet cost, schedule, and performance baselines.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field is required; PMP certification and 4+ years of PM experience in defense/aero domains are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Math/Physics, Project Management or Business Management.
• PMP Certification preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of directly related project management experience in Defense, Aerospace, Automotive or Electro/Mechanical systems development-to-production environments.
• Experience with government FAR regulations and direct commercial contracts preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee T&E activities across all project lifecycle phases to ensure alignment with cost, schedule and performance baselines.
• Work collaboratively with the technical and program team to develop and maintain a master T&E schedule and test plans.
• Establish and manage schedule, financial and performance baselines for T&E activities, including resource allocation and subcontractors.

Skills

Project management

Defense/Aerospace experience

Stakeholder coordination

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Math/Physics, Project Management or Business Management

PMP Certification

4+ years PM experience in DEF/ Aerospace or related

Experience with FAR regulations & contracts

Job description

Job Description - Test & Evaluation Project Manager (343703)

Test & Evaluation Project Manager (Job Number:343703 )

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 Land Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

Textron Systems is seeking employees to support the United States Marine Corps Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV) program. For this program Textron Systems has developed the Cottonmouth® ARV, a recon vehicle to be feared and a force‑multiplier armed to the fangs with advanced full‑spectre reconnaissance and surveillance sensors. It’s expertly designed to defeat threats beyond line of sight and comes complete with cutting‑edge technologies that will keep adversaries up at night. Cottonmouth was developed using a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) that is Ground Vehicle Operating System (GVOS) based employing the Tactical Assault Kit Extended (TAK‑X) framework for easy capability integration. This modern vehicle platform has superior mobility capabilities to tackle treacherous off‑road terrain and waterways while keeping Marines safe thanks to its advanced survivability suite and Human System Interface (HSI) focus. Amphibious mobility, unrivaled versatility, and electronic warfare capabilities define a vehicle that is adaptable, stealthy and thrives wherever enemies hide.

The Test and Evaluation (T&E) Project Manager oversees T&E activities throughout all project lifecycle phases to ensure alignment with cost, schedule, and performance baselines. This position reports to the Program Management Lead for the Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV) Pre‑Production Development program.

Work collaboratively with the technical and program team to develop and maintain a master T&E schedule, including development of test plans, procedures and execution of test and evaluation events.

Establish and manage schedule, financial and performance baselines for T&E activities, including resource allocation across manpower, materials, and subcontractors. Oversee the T&E effort through application of earned value principles.

Support the creation of comprehensive test plans and procedures outlining test objectives, methods, equipment, and exit criteria for developmental, verification and production testing.

Ensure proper setup and execution of testing processes across product lifecycle stages (e.g., component‑level to full‑system evaluation).

Coordinate test execution at facilities and field locations, managing logistics and resolving site‑specific issues

Identify risks related to testing activities, such as potential technical issues, site logistics challenges, or equipment availability. Establish tracking, reporting, and mitigation plans to address test‑specific risks and uncertainties.

Act as a key point‑of‑contact (secondary or primary) with internal and external stakeholders for T&E‑related activities

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering , Math/Physics, Project Management or Business Management

PMP Certification or desire to attain PMP certification preferred.

Minimum 4 years of directly related project management experience in Defense, Aerospace, Automotive or Electro/Mechanical systems development‑to‑production environments.

Experience with government FAR regulations and direct commercial contracts preferred.

Ability to obtain and maintain a Security 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 our 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.

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.