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2027 Entry Level - Automation & Robotics Engineer 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

To support all new automation manufacturing technology projects, automation continuous improvement efforts, and implement best automation methods and standardization processes. Responsible for research, development and implementation of automation equipment and components on new and existing programs aimed at mitigating safety and ergonomic risk, increasing product quality and reducing overall cost.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Collaborates with Engineering and Tool Engineering on automation solutions and build-plan methodology for new programs; Gives input/feedback on associated design criteria Identifies, justifies, and implements new technology and manufacturing techniques to improve safety/ergonomics, reduce manufacturing cost (labor, material, inventory, scrap), and improve product/process quality Design, build, implement and provide production support for all automation systems used in manufacturing Supports cross-functional teams in the development and implementation of automated systems in support of manufacturing Provide process capability specifications for new technology Leads production in tracking the performance of the automation system by creating and measuring Key Performance Indicators Troubleshoots manufacturing issues in automation cells, recommends and implements improvements and solutions to support manufacturing Executes support for major automation programs and continuous improvement projects Analyzes/interprets engineering drawing, manufacturing operation sequence, tooling function, and process specifications and issues engineering change requests (ECR) to improve or eliminate manufacturing issues in sustaining production operations as related to automation Responsible for creation of automated cell concepts, authors Robotics/PLC controlling software, ensures proper operation of cells, program manages automation projects, and ensures compliance to safety and RIA standards. Works with vendors/suppliers regarding sourcing, technology information updates Works with other Textron Business Units to provide technical assistance and benchmarking Qualifications

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE

Less than 2 years of professional experience in a relevant role Bachelor's degree required in: Mechatronics Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Technology Other related field

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience creating concepts for automated systems preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Collaborates and easily gets along in team-based environments Strong mechanical aptitude Excellent organizational skills Computer Proficiency (MS Office, CAD, etc.) Computer programming language capability preferred (C , C\#, MatLab,etc.)

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. 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:

Engineering Schedule:

Full-time Job Level:

Individual Contributor Job Type:

Entry Job Shift:

First Shift Job Posting:

09/11/2026, 7:03:04

AM Job Number:

342277