2027 Entry Level - Software Engineer - Aftermarket Programs (TRU Simulation - Lutz, FL)

Job description

2027 Entry Level \- Software Engineer \- Aftermarket Programs \(TRU Simulation \- Lutz, FL\) Description

About the Entry Level Role

As a Textron employee, you’ll take on meaningful work from day one—contributing to real projects and collaborating with experienced team members across the business\. This entry\-level opportunity is designed to help you build your skills, gain exposure across functions, and grow through hands\-on experience, mentorship, and development opportunities\.

JOB SUMMARY

The Aftermarket Programs Engineer will be responsible for working directly with our flight training device customers to resolve issues with the flight training device in a timely manner\.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Liaison between flight training device customers and TRU Simulation\. Act as an advocate to the customer and communicate with TRU Simulation engineering and production teams to fix, deliver, and test solutions\.
• Ability to understand code and make changes to existing code\.
• Compile and test new loads on PC and on test rigs\.
• Integrate software changes from engineering into Customer software load and test\.
• Ensure timely delivery of TRU deliverables to Customers\.
• Provide regular reporting to Customer of issue statuses\.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Software Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field required
• Relative experience preferred
• Less than 2 years of professional experience in a relevant role QUALIFICATIONS:
• Excellent interpersonal skills to liaison between the customer, engineering, and production\.
• Experience with flight simulation and/or aviation is preferred
• Strong oral and written communication
• The ability to define the problem, troubleshoot, resolve, and document the solution\.
• Some understanding of C , scripting, and source control is required\.
• Linux operating system proficiency \(e\.g\. CentOS, Slackware, and/or RHEL\)
• Knowledge of shell command line and scripting languages \(e\.g\. Perl, Python\)
• Exceptional troubleshooting and problem\-solving skills Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the U\.S\. for Textron Aviation at the time of making application, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for F\-1 students and J\-1 exchange visitors who will need employment sponsorship\.

Textron Aviation Inc\. must comply with U\.S\. export control laws\. If a position requires access to information controlled under U\.S\. regulations applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information\. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job\. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified\.

Why Build Your Career at Textron

Textron offers a supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to grow, contribute, and innovate\.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• Day\-one health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Alternative work schedules at select locations
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates

About Textron

Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E\-Z\-GO, and Textron Systems\.

We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real\-world solutions\. Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported\.

AI Readiness

Textron expects employees to use AI\-enabled tools responsibly and effectively\. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI\-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards\. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment\.

Recruiting Timeline

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026\. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs\. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit\.

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

TRU Simulation

Primary Location

US-Florida-Lutz

Job Function

Engineering

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Entry Job

Shift

First Shift

Job Posting

09/01/2026, 1:00:00 AM

Job Number

342962