Textron

Electrical Engineer - Instrumentation Lab: Fort Worth, TX

Textron • $88K — $105K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; advanced degrees considered as additional experience.
  • Minimum 2 years of professional engineering experience in testing or data acquisition.
  • Familiarity with configuring sensors like thermocouples, strain gauges, accelerometers, and LVDTs preferred.
  • Experience with LabView or CAD applications such as AutoCAD is a plus.
  • Strong communication skills for effective collaboration with engineers and technicians.

Responsibilities

  • Test and validate systems and aircraft components for structural qualification.
  • Collaborate with various programs to execute tests ensuring product performance.
  • Set up testing and capture data from diverse sensors and Data Acquisition systems.
  • Partner with engineers and technicians to test next-generation aircraft systems.

Benefits

  • 9/80 work schedule allowing every other Friday off.
  • 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO) and 120 hours of vacation time.
  • 12-13 paid holidays per year.
  • 6 weeks of parental leave.
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education.
  • Comprehensive health insurance and on-site health services.
  • Access to over 11 Employee Resource Groups.
Full Job Description
This position is onsite in Fort Worth, TX.

Instrumentation Labs

In the Instrumentation Labs we provide the various programs decision-quality measurements. In this group you will work with many programs across in a wide range of product life cycles to ensure our aircraft can operate safely and efficiently. You will work with established products like V-22, aircraft that are being tested for certifications like 525, new programs like MV-75, emerging products like SPRINT, and the development projects that will shape the future of flight. With a healthy mix of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, we figure out how to get the measurements these programs need and execute those plans to acquire data that will be used for analysis and product improvement.

What you'll be doing as a Senior Engineer, Instrumentation

  • Test and validate systems and individual aircraft components for structural qualification.
  • Partner with our various programs to execute tests that will ensure our current products and our future products perform their intended functions.
  • Set up the testing and capturing data from many different types of sensors, with various Data Acquisition systems we use to capture Test Data, including fatigue test, static test, wind tunnel, ballistic testing, and many others.
  • Partner with engineers from various groups and technicians to test the next generation of aircraft systems.


Skills You Bring To this Role

  • Bachelor's degree with a Major in Electrical Engineering or a similar engineering degree with an emphasis on electrical engineering concepts. Advanced degrees will be considered as additional experience.
  • Minimum 2 years of professional engineering experience involving testing or data acquisition.
  • Familiarly with configuring sensors such as thermocouples, strain gages, accelerometers, and LVDT's, preferred.
  • Background involving LabView or CAD applications such as AutoCAD would be preferred.
  • Communication skills to build effective relationships with engineers and technicians while keeping projects organized, on schedule and properly updated.


What we offer you in return

  • You'll be off every other Friday with our 9/80 work schedule
  • 80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
  • 120 hours Vacation time
  • 12-13 paid holidays per year
  • 6 weeks parental leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive health insurance
  • On-site clinic, pharmacy, physical therapy, and licensed counselor
  • Access to more than 11 Employee Resource Groups
  • And so much more


It's time to make your mark on the future of aviation. Join us on this mission, and let's make history together.

About Textron

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell Helicopter, Cessna Aircraft Company, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, Greenlee, and Textron Systems.

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Joining Textron means becoming part of a global network of experienced professionals and leaders who are committed to driving innovation and excellence in various industries. At Textron, we offer a multitude of job opportunities that allow you to explore your potential and advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

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Size
33,000 employees
Market Cap
$14.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$309 million
Founded
1923
5 Year Trend
-2.1%
Revenue
$11.6 billion
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