2027 Entry Level - Sales Development Program

Job description

2027 Entry Level \- Sales Development Program 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

This position is an entry\-level role that provides the opportunity to participate in the Sales Development Program at Textron Aviation\. The Sales Operations Associate \(SDP\) is a 9\-month program that consists of eight functional rotations that focus on the key elements of our business\. The Sales Operations Associate will gain not only an understanding of the how and why we do business but will gain operational and business experience in areas related to customer facing role: business and sales operations, Cessna and Beechcraft product knowledge, business finance, negotiations, customer marketing and strategy\.

Upon successful completion of the training program, the Sales Operations Associate will have an opportunity to interview for a customer\-facing/field\-based position in one of the functional areas from the rotation\.

Rotations through the following functions

• Technical Marketing; Product Knowledge for Jets, TurboProps and Pistons; Customer Experience; Marketing; Customer Service; Business Operations; and Sales Operations
• Responsible for tactical day\-to\-day responsibilities and significant project assignments during each rotation as assigned by the host function leader\.
• Assigned to a sales zone throughout the program and will work with that zone to better understand the sales process\.
• Complete applicable training courses, curriculum and other training as assigned
• Provide requested support to host function leadership during each rotation cycle
• Learn and effectively utilize available resources \(reports; salesforce\.com; etc\.\) in each function as applicable
• Apply learning to professional scenarios
• Working with and supporting a team environment Qualifications EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s degree required in: - Sales - Marketing - Other related fields
• Less than 2 years of professional experience in a relevant role JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Professional and diplomatic demeanor
• Action oriented and seizes opportunities
• Able to deal with ambiguity
• Strong analytical and problem\-solving skills
• Builds and maintains constructive relationships
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Mobile and willing to travel
• Must have valid driver’s license
• 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\.

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\. 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\.

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

Textron Aviation

Primary Location

US-Kansas-Wichita

Job Function

Sales

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Entry Job

Shift

First Shift

Job Posting

09/01/2026, 12:00:00 AM

Job Number

342118