Entry Level Software Engineer Jobs in Massachusetts

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.

Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands: Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming Engines and ATAC. These segments offer specialized products and services that fall into several capability areas: Air; Land; Sea; Propulsion; Weapon Systems; Electronic Systems; and Test, Training & Simulation. We tap into these capabilities to deliver exceptional solutions, including product development and manufacturing, training, operations and support.

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 TextronSystems.com.

We are seeking a hands-on Software/Embedded Systems Engineer to join our UAS development team. This role focuses primarily on developing C software running on embedded Linux platforms, integrating sensors and avionics, and working closely with hardware. Candidates should be comfortable working directly with physical systems, performing hardware/software integration, and developing applications using frameworks such as ROS/ROS2. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys practical engineering, system-level debugging, contributing to advanced UAS capabilities, and supporting both next-generation technologies and proven platforms used to protect deployed warfighters.

• Develop and maintain C software for UAS systems running on embedded Linux platforms.
• Implement and integrate ROS/ROS2 nodes for autonomy, perception, control, mission management, or sensor handling.
• Participate in software development across all phases of the lifecycle—from concept development through lab integration, evaluation, and field testing.
• Perform hands-on hardware integration, including connecting sensors, payloads, communication modules, compute hardware, and embedded control systems.
• Troubleshoot system-level issues involving software, hardware interfaces, networking, and real-time constraints.
• Work cohesively on multi-functional teams to deliver reliable, performant, and well-validated system functionality under dynamic, fast-paced program needs.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to software architecture, system design improvements, and development best practices.

Level I:

• Currently pursuing or completed B.S. in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field

• Strong proficiency in C .
• Experience developing on embedded Linux platforms.
• Ability to debug complex system interactions across hardware and software.
• Understanding of embedded systems concepts (I/O interfaces, timing, networking, real-time application considerations).
• Familiarity with software configuration management, defect tracking, and continuous integration tools (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

• Experience with UAS, autopilots, and integration (PX4, ArduPilot)
• Experience working with ROS/ROS2.
• Demonstrated hands-on hardware experience (sensor integration, interfaces, debugging, lab equipment usage)
• Experience coding in Python
• Experience in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, and machine learning techniques.
• Practical experience implementing or optimizing CV/ML models using frameworks such as OpenCV, TensorRT, TensorFlow/Keras/TensorFlow Lite, PyTorch, OpenVINO, or similar.
• Experience building and maintaining toolchains for automated builds and deployments.
• Strong understanding of automated testing and CI/CD processes.
• Ability to work with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, protocol analyzers and emulators

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences and unique perspectives.

Our company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!

• Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy a compressed work week schedule that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 9/80, 4/10, 4/9/4.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy over 6 weeks of total paid time off (PTO) that consist of 120 hours of vacation, 56 hours of illness/personal time, and 80 hours of holiday.
• Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in investing in the progress and growth of our employee’s. Receive up to $10,000 for relevant graduate degrees per calendar year.
• Dress for Your Day :No day is the same, so we don’t think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting, wear jeans for a casual day at the office or on the shop floor.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Choose plans that fit your lifestyle- 3 medical plans, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, additional life insurance coverage. Company paid benefits include basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability and employee assistance program. Comprehensive wellness incentive plan and annual fitness reimbursement program.
• Future Savings: Receive a company contribution to your 401k up to 9% of your salary! The earlier you start your career with us, the more you save.
• Employee Discounts: We provide a one-stop-shop for access to exclusive offers and deep discounts from over 30,000 merchants and millions of products such as Bose, Apple, FitBit, HP, AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, travel discounts, etc.
• Many More Benefits: Textron Systems offers additional benefits such as service awards, cell phone retail discounts, travel and gym membership discounts, emergency travel assistance, home and auto discounts, adoption assistance and more!

Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

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

Textron's compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is

$103,000 - $103,000 per year.

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.

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.

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 Systems
Primary Location: US-Massachusetts-Wilmington
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Entry Job
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Job Posting: 09/01/2026, 11:25:35 AM
Job Number: 344818