2027 Assoc Systems Engineer (Lycoming) - Williamsport, PA

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2027 Assoc Systems Engineer \(Lycoming\) \- Williamsport, PA 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\.

Who We Are

We are Lycoming Engines, best known as a world leader in aircraft engines\. Here at Lycoming Engines, we produce four\-, six\-, and eight\-cylinder aircraft engines that power 60% of the world’s general aviation fleet\. For nearly 100 years, we have earned a reputation for reliability and flexibility with our extensive range of aircraft engines trusted by pilots, owners, and general aviation enthusiasts\. Lycoming Engines takes great pride in being the only U\.S\. owned and operated aviation piston engine manufacturer, and we build every engine as though we were going to fly it ourselves\.

All efforts are backed by the strength of our parent company — Textron Inc\. — which includes prominent brands such as Bell, Cessna and Beechcraft\. Drawing from our diverse teams of experts and harnessing the unlimited power of teamwork, we put tomorrow’s technology in the world’s hands today\. Learn more about our products and history at Lycoming\.com and TextronSystems\.com\. _About This Role_ The Systems Engineer will work as an integral part of the Lycoming team to support the existing engineering framework and project initiatives to meet the growing evolution in digitization and electronification of the propulsion sub\-systems in the general aviation space\.

The selected individual will be responsible for different paradigms of engineering frameworks and eventually leading the program with the product design lifecycle\.

Job responsibilities include:

• Develop requirements and specifications for mechanical and electrical systems
• Develop certification plans and supporting artifacts to meet applicable regulatory compliance of these complex systems
• Develop trade study analysis with adequate support and supervision of senior engineers
• Testing of systems for both feasibility \(engineering level\) and certification \(for\-credit testing\)
• Generate test reports based on test results and establish congruence from engineering leaders and/or Lycoming Organization Designation Authority \(ODA\)
• Assist with familiarization briefs to internal/external customers and cross\-functional teams for alignment in scope of a project
• Assist Lycoming product support team with field related troubleshooting of current engine systems as an engineering representative
• Assist Lycoming production floor with engineering needs as required

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s Degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering or related field
• Understanding of propulsion systems specifically Internal Combustion Engine is preferred
• Interpersonal Savvy and ability to work with cross\-functional team is a desirable attribute
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple programs and/or multiple activities within a program
• Understanding of General Aviation market and its landscape is desirable
• Excellent presentation skills required \- MS Office Suite conversant \(PowerPoint, Excel, Access, Project, Word\)
• Ability to travel 25% of the time
• Prior internship experience in the aviation or automotive industry is a plus
• Understanding of Six Sigma methodologies is a plus
• Knowledge/use of Aerospace standards is a plus \(DO\-178, DO\-160, etc\.\)
• Test plan creation, documentation, reporting skills is a plus + _You will not now, or in the future, require sponsorship \(i\.e\. H\-1B visa, etc\.\) to legally work in the U\.S\._

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\. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information\.

Recruiting Company

Textron Systems: Lycoming Engines

Primary Location

US-Pennsylvania-Williamsport

Job Function

Engineering

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Entry Job

Shift

First Shift

Job Posting

08/31/2026, 9:00:00 PM

Job Number

342710