Project Engineering Functional Manager
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 Sea Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
The Sea Systems team is seeking a highly qualified candidate to function as Project Engineering team Functional Manager and Project Engineer in support of our USV product development initiatives and our contract programs. The strong candidate will have demonstrated project engineering and leadership skills, a broad knowledge base in multiple engineering disciplines, and be able to execute in R&D, engineering services, and production programs. This role will include functional management of 3-5 project engineers in addition to maintaining project engineering oversight over assigned program(s).
The successful candidate will demonstrate the following skills in execution of this role:
Management Skills
Manage a team of engineers – fostering professional and technical growth.
Set goals and expectations for project engineers aligned with organizational objectives.
Provide mentorship for development technical, execution, and leadership skills.
Perform annual performance reviews and provide feedback on strengths and development areas.
Create and oversee development plans and career development opportunities.
Assign and reallocate resources as project needs change.
Project Engineering Skills
Act as an advisor to management and customers on project technical execution and decision making.
Develop and maintain strong internal and external customer relationships.
Provide expert knowledge of the Systems Development Life Cycle by leading project execution through the associated phases and gates.
Lead cross-functional engineering teams from initial development through sustainment activities. Have an excellent understanding of system configuration management and control processes through the product development phases for product baselines such as requirements, hardware and software.
Lead technical and cost proposals. Confidently develop and peer review cost Basis of Estimates.
Collaborate closely with Program Management to tightly control program schedules and budgets, be accountable for the engineering cost account management and overarching battleplans for assigned projects.
Navigate and lead multidisciplinary teams through complex technical problems and provide solutions.
Work cross-functionally with Operations and Supply Chain on prototyping and production activities.
Resolve schedule, resource, and technical conflicts.
Collaborate with engineering functional managers to organize and delegate key tasks.Identify risks and develop mitigation plans for project execution.
Provide recommendations to senior management regarding critical risk acceptance. Peer review risks for other projects upon request.Develop subcontract statements of work and manage outside subcontractor performance as needed.
Travel in support of project execution and testing as required, up to 15.
Qualifications
Qualifications
Required Experience & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (or related technical field) with 10 or more years of experience including a minimum of 3 years of demonstrated project engineering experience.
Experience in program planning, schedule, and cost account management.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships with customers and multidisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated experience leading a team through the engineering lifecycle.
Effective writing and presentation skills.
A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio).
Active Secret Clearance preferred; Secret eligibility required.
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
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
$140,100 - $214,700 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: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Manager with Direct Reports
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 15 of the Time
Job Posting: 02/02/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Job Number: 339099
