Project Manager

Textron Systems Project Manager (Weapon Systems Business) Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14?billion, multi-industry company. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Protect soldiers. Power industries. Base Pay Range $100,300.00 $151,900.00 / yr About This Role The Weapon Systems business is seeking a Project Manager for the Wilmington, MA location. The Project Manager will own a subset of a major defense program, under the supervision of a Senior Program Manager, and work within a highly collaborative and dynamic Program Office. Responsibilities Managing the financial, technical, and schedule requirements of program components to deliver products that are technically acceptable on time and in a cost-effective manner. Developing and presenting formal briefs to internal and external audiences, reviewing and editing content from other stakeholders, and leading internal dry runs prior to the event. Understanding the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and critical path for a subset of the program and executing any mitigation efforts to ensure on-time / early completion of tasking. Supporting Control Account Managers (CAMs) in execution to a baseline budget ensuring accurate Estimates to Complete and robust variance reporting from all CAMs supporting a subset of the program. Interfacing with critical suppliers and Textron Systems internal Procurement organization to communicate program updates / changes to and from the supplier. Working creatively to solve customer problems and communicating program progress both internally and externally. Assisting with proposal generation and submittal to the customer. Required Skills Bachelors degree in Engineering preferred, Business, Supply Chain, or similar discipline acceptable. 5+ years of experience working on project teams, inclusive of project schedule development / monitoring and risk management. Willingness to practice hands-on management, demonstrate deep ownership of assigned scope, and drive timely execution across cross-functional teams. Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional partners including engineering, contracts, finance, scheduling, supply chain, manufacturing, and quality. Strong interpersonal skills: willingness to engage and challenge stakeholders on urgent topics or when answers are unsatisfactory. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in MS office. This position requires that the candidate be a US citizen with or capable of receiving a Secret level security clearance. Qualified applicants will be subject to a security investigation and must meet minimum qualifications for a Secret clearance. Prior US military defense / aerospace industry experience. Understanding of Earned Value Management principles. Understanding of principles associated with Risks and Opportunities. Proposal development experience. PMP Certification or equivalent. How We Care 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 Equal Employment Opportunity 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, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or genetic information protected by law. Recruiting Company Textron Systems Location Wilmington, Massachusetts Job Type Full-time, Individual Contributor, Experienced (Mid-Senior level) Shift First Shift Travel Yes, 10?% of the time Job Posting Date 11/21/2025, 3:24?AM #J-18808-Ljbffr