Manufacturing Program Manager - Air/Land
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!
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!
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
We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:
The Manufacturing Program Manager (MPM) will serve as the primary Manufacturing Operations representative to program areas for both manufacturing and supply chain activities. This person will work across multiple supply chain disciplines and manufacturing operations, including multiple manufacturing locations to coordinate the timely, accurate, and complete execution of program requirements to include: IRAD, production, engineering development, and transition to production (TTP) activities.
Responsibilities to Include:
o Coordinate between operations functional leaders to ensure successful execution
o Flow critical information both ways between operations and programs
o Communicate program schedule and cost priorities
Lead cross functional, multi-site teams through the various execution activities including facilities and resource planning, manufacturing readiness, supply chain health, quality requirements, and process development.
Establish overall manufacturing schedule and coordinate details with operations Master Scheduler to ensure on time completion
Coordinate program and design schedules with the manufacturing and supply chain
Establish and track execution metrics across operations and supply chain and report metrics to ELT as needed
Coordinate key purchases/sub-contracts with external supply chain to include flow down of all contract and quality requirements
Execute Operations CAM EVMS planning and execution for execution tasks including Operations labor, both support and touch, and material.
Lead integration of production requirements/demands
Coordinate all Operations proposal inputs
Coordinate and support all Customer reviews and audits of operations
Facilitate Technical Interchange / Problem Resolution
Identify, Track, and Mitigate Risks
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Position requires a B.S. within manufacturing process development and/or industrial engineering or related discipline, and 3 years of experience.
Position Requirements:
Effectively communicates with and engages all levels of the organization verbally and in writing; translates technical decisions/strategies into business terms and implications; produces clear, understandable documentation geared to all audiences.
Manages time and resources efficiently, focusing on ever-shifting priorities; continually seeks way to improve individual/team efficiency.
Exhibits an assertive personality with a strong bias for action with a results-orientation; tackles tough problems with firm deadlines.
Effective and expeditious problem isolation with demonstrable troubleshooting and corrective action skills.
Must have strong written and verbal communications skills and be able to work in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to travel around 10-15 of the time.
Six Sigma Certified Black Belt or Green Belt Preferred
License and Certification Requirements:
This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder), Political Asylee, or Refugee
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.
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 spanet and business considerations.
In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is
$110,500 - $167,900 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.
Recruiting Company: Textron Systems
Primary Location: US-Maryland-Hunt Valley
Job Function: Program Management
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 15 of the Time
Relocation: Available
Job Posting: 02/09/2026, 11:00:00 PM
Job Number: 339336
