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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.

Responsible for the aerodynamic analysis and development of new and derivative aircraft across the Company product line using analytic data, wind tunnel data, and flight test data.

• The variety of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) tasks within the Aerodynamics organization can include internal and external aerodynamic analysis, aerodynamic design, prediction of aircraft loads, performance, and handling qualities.

• Will involve the development of design, analysis, and simulation models and tools using a variety of in house, commercial, and NASA developed computational tools as well as FORTRAN, MATLAB, C , Python and MATHCAD codes on LINUX workstations and PCs.

• Contribute to the development and certification of significant engineering projects.

• Participate in the entire development process, from early advanced design efforts to final certification activity.

• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines such as Advanced Design, Mass Properties, Flight Controls, Propulsion, Mechanical Systems, Engineering Flight Test, Stress, and Fatigue.

• Apply knowledge of 14 CFR Part 23 and Part 25 regulations to ensure all critical design and certification analyses have been performed.

• Document results in memos and certification reports for transmittal to internal customers and global certification authorities.

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering is required

• Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering is preferred

• Less than 2 years of professional experience in a relevant role

• Ability to work well with teams adaptable to the work environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Experience with CFD grid generation and analysis.

• Experience with application of CFD for aerodynamic shape optimization is desired along with knowledge of surface parameterization methods.

• Experience with Linux, system administration and HPC is highly desirable.

• Ability to program in a structured language. Experience with FORTRAN and Python is highly desirable.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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: 09/01/2026, 5:00:00 AM
• Job Number: 342947