Project Engineer III
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 Land Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
Textron Systems is seeking a project engineer to technically lead the Mobile Strike Force Vehicle (MSFV) program. For this program, Textron Systems has secured an effort to update and build 65 MSFVs to provide allied forces vehicles to Ukraine. Project engineers will work primarily with the engineering disciplines and program teams to plan and execute the MSFV project to achieve defined objectives within cost and schedule constraints. Project Engineers lead a multidisciplinary team and provide technical leadership and guidance on development efforts that impact on ground vehicles products and programs. As a MSFV Project Engineer, the Project Engineer ensures that the engineering efforts meet customer and internal requirements.
MSFV Project Engineer roles and responsibilities :
Collaborate closely with Program Management to tightly control program schedule and budget
Resolve schedule, resource, and technical conflicts
Navigate and lead multidiscipline teams through unusually complex technical problems and provide solutions
Collaborate with functional managers to organize and delegate key tasks
Interact daily with program managers, planners, engineers and technicians
Generate statements of work and managing outside contractor performance
Act as a technical interface between engineering development team, Integrated Product Teams, and Integrated Supply Chain for product and program needs
Chair (or delegate) responsibilities to execute change control boards for your project /product
Develop discretionary funding plans and requests outlining program needs for successful execution
Provide recommendations to senior management regarding critical risk acceptance
Develop proposals (cost and technical) and basis of estimates for new business opportunities
Prepare and present engineering work products to internal review teams and external customers at program milestone reviews
Manage and coordinate Vehicle and Automotive Design, Development, Integration and Test Activities
Coordinate Engineering support of Vehicle of builds, outfitting, test and final delivery
Responsible for delivery of associated technical artifacts including Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL’s)
Responsible for coordination and communication with Integrated Supply chain, Engineering, Program Management and Government customers on all MSFV related tasks, activities, risks and issues.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline, graduate degree in engineering or management disciplines desired
6 years of related experience and ability to obtain Secret clearance
Experience with vehicles highly desired (particularly military/defense vehicles)
Experience in program planning, control account management, and risk management
Experience in leading internal and external programmatic and technical reviews
Experience in proposal processes and basis of estimate review
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?
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.
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-Louisiana-Slidell
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 10 of the Time
Relocation: Available
Job Posting: 04/06/2026, 8:50:22 AM
Job Number: 340981
