Project Specialist

Who We Are
Textron Systems is part of Textron a $14 billion multi-industry company employing 35000 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 Systems Weapon Systems business area. Visit & to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role
The Weapons Program Management (PM) team is seeking a Project Specialist to help maintain a high level of excellence on recurring program activities and support the PM team. The ideal candidate will enjoy a fast-paced environment be very well organized and is passionate about serving the warfighter.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Subcontract Data Requirements List (SDRL) deliverables for a major DoW contract
  • Ensure on-time submittal of recurring SDRL deliverables to the customer including coordination with various functional groups Engineering Quality PM etc.
  • Forecast and spearhead SDRL efforts for major program events such as Critical Design Reviews
  • Capture meeting minutes and action items in monthly Program Status Reviews with the customer for submittal via official program SDRLs
  • Serve as the Control Account Manager (CAM) for all budgetary SDRL scope
• Maintain a program-wide risk register and host effective monthly Risk Review Boards with program leadership
• Serve as the CAM for Engineering Software (cost renewal terms # of licenses etc.) and Program Security (labor and material)
• Coordinate content and meeting logistics for Monthly Program Status Reviews (MPSRs) with internal Textron leadership and monthly Program Status Reviews (PSRs) with the customer.
  • For customer meetings: gather customer attendee lists produce agendas coordinate content reviews with internal leadership etc.
• Lead program Pre-Ship Readiness Review (PSRR) events and SDRL creation ensuring timely completion to support on-time hardware delivery to our customer

Qualifications

• Associates Degree required
• Ability to learn quickly and multitask efficiently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office products
• Willingness to travel up to 10%
• Ability to obtain a security clearance
• Knowledge of business software such as Oracle EBS and eMatrix PLM preferred
• Prior US military or defense / aerospace industry experience preferred

How We Care
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!
- 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
Textrons 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.