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 & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

Responsibilities:
Culture, People & Safety
•    Develop personnel through delegation of duties, coaching, and mentorship.
•    Promotes culture of professional accountability, continuous improvement and ownership among core and extended team members
•    Communicates vision, promotes goal alignment, provides coaching and feedback for performance management.
•    Establishes long term staffing plans and staffing profiles against forecasted work
•    Evaluates organizational design and recommend improvements to optimize resources
•    Responsible for staffing of department to meet manufacturing needs, and the assessment and development of skills and certifications to meet demand requirements.
•    Interacts with other Managers and Planners to support business and manufacturing priorities
•    Ensure compliance in all aspects of manufacturing operations to internal procedures, the Quality Management System and ISO 9001/AS9100
•    Promotes a culture of safety first in daily operations

Strategy
•    Establishes long term manufacturing roadmaps covering facilities plans, capital needs, future staffing needs considering advancements in manufacturing techniques and technologies
•    Exerts influence the development of overall objectives and long-range goals of the organization

Proposals, Cost and Budgeting
•    Manages Direct and Indirect budgets within assigned departments
•    Manages capital expenses against plan and approved budget
•    Support in the development and response to proposals for future work
•    Support in the development of initial program baselines, estimates to complete and responsibilities of a control account manager
•    Develops, plans, organizes and assigns the workflow of a department (s) and ensures that projects are completed on schedule and within budget. 
•    Establishes and maintains organizational benchmark metrics and measures

Manufacturing Execution
•    Manages product through all stages of assembly and test, through delivery to customer
•    Manage the aesthetic appearance, maintenance of, and flow of product through the building
•    Organizes the day-to-day operations and prioritization within assigned work area
•    Responsible for defect reporting and interruptions to flow, with Root Cause and Corrective Action problem solving
•    Represents assigned factory areas at program operations meetings
•    Recommends and justifies capital equipment and tooling expenses required to meet departmental and program needs
•    Performs administrative tasks including writing employee performance evaluations, analyzing training needs, and monitoring standard work practices in production
•    Practices Lean Manufacturing principles and concepts

Qualifications:

•    Strong knowledge of industry wide manufacturing practices, standards, and production workflows
•    Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to manage cross-functional teams
•    Deep expertise in lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced Excel skills for data analysis and large scale data interpretation
•    Experience with MRP/ERP systems; Oracle familiarity preferred, data analysis and performance tracking tools
•    Knowledge of military and commercial quality standards, including AS9100, and application of statistical techniques
•    Knowledge of Manufacturing Readiness Levels (MRLs) and manufacturing development of new products for successful transition to production 
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information across all levels
•    Technical expertise in mechanical and electro mechanical assemblies, including troubleshooting and process validation
•    Ability to interpret and analyze detailed specifications, schematics, technical drawings, and procedures
•    Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to identify trends and implement corrective actions
•    Demonstrated leadership in training, developing, and managing managers and cross functional teams
•    Proven ability to resolve manufacturing issues across organizations through collaboration and structured decision making
•    Experience in production planning, capacity planning, and manufacturing strategy (insource vs. outsource)
•    Background in manufacturing engineering, including design for manufacturability and cost efficient production design
•    Skills in organizational design, rate management, capital planning, inventory control, and resource planning/SIOP
•    DoD experience preferred
•    Ability to obtain U.S. security clearance

Education & Certification Requirements

•    Bachelor’s degree with 10+ years of experience related to supply chain management, operations, manufacturing, industrial management/business, engineering, or a related field
•    Master’s degree preferred
•    Six Sigma certification preferred

How Success Will Be Measured:
•    Efficiency Metrics: Achievement of production targets, cost control, and waste reduction
•    Quality Metrics: Reduction in defects, workmanship returns, and rework rates
•    Innovation Metrics: Successful launches of new products with robust transition-to-production strategies
•    Team Development Metrics: Employee satisfaction, retention, and upskilling across manufacturing resources/positions

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.