Internship Slack Software Engineer Jobs in Chelsea, MA

Who We Are
We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. We are a part of Textron Inc, one of the world's leading multi-industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat and many more. Our company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services.
But our business is all about people - the customers who rely on us and the exceptional team that brings our mission to life.
We've been in the industry for more than 50 years and embraced the unique capabilities that come with being a mid-sized player. We bring the agility of a small business to meet our customers' most urgent requirements and empower our team members to push past possible. We can scale quickly to solve the big problems, working across functions, sites, and business lines to make it happen. We're comprised of 7 domains specializing in Air, Sea, Land, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations.
Start your career in a big way by joining Textron Systems. We are here to provide necessary and life-changing services and products to our customers. We are right where the real work happens. By joining our team, you will gain exciting and versatile experiences from day one to fuel your growth. Talent development is a big part of who we are. Don't just start your career - go big.
Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
We believe people should love what they do - in this role, you will be responsible for:

• Provide leadership and oversight for a team of both Software and Systems Engineering, including key disciplines such as:
  • Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, System Safety, Cybersecurity, Reliability, and other technical areas essential to program success.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels for both disciplines, including:
  • Managing full-time employees, co-ops, interns, and contractors.
  • Forecasting future resource needs and addressing potential workforce gaps.
• Drive development and engagement of Software and Systems Engineers by:
  • Managing team performance through setting objectives, conducting reviews, and providing feedback.
  • Mentoring and coaching team members in both domains to foster technical growth and career progression.
• Oversee and enforce best practices for Software Engineering activities, including:
  • Software architecture, development, and requirements engineering.
  • Adoption and implementation of Agile methodologies and tools.
  • Driving process improvements and monitoring quality compliance for software deliverables.
• Oversee Systems Engineering activities, ensuring execution excellence in areas such as:
  • Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) with an emphasis on SysML modeling and tools.
  • Requirements development, decomposition, and analysis to ensure alignment with customer needs.
  • System architecture definition and integration with program requirements across all technical domains.
  • Verification and Validation (V&V) planning to ensure alignment with customer deliverables.
• Oversee additional domain-specific responsibilities, including:
  • Compliance with System Safety, Cybersecurity, and Systems Reliability standards.
  • Reviewing and ensuring high-quality delivery of system-level and software-level artifacts to customers.
• Track team and program performance by:
  • Monitoring and analyzing quality metrics for both Software and Systems teams.
  • Soliciting and addressing feedback from internal management and external customers.
  • Providing regular progress updates for internal leadership and customers, including technical progress and resource management updates.

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related Engineering discipline with a minimum of 10 years of experience, OR Master's degree (M.S.) in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related Engineering discipline with a minimum of 8 years of experience.

• Technical Expertise:
o Strong knowledge of both Software and Systems Engineering methodologies, processes, tools, and best practices.
o Expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including SysML modeling frameworks.
o Experience with Agile Software Development methods, tools, and practices.
o Experience with System Architecture, requirements development, and lifecycle management processes
• Strong leadership abilities for guiding cross-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for both internal team and customer engagement.
• Proficiency in data-driven decision-making and problem-solving across multiple engineering domains.
• Experience in defense, military, or similar industries is highly desirable and preferred
• An existing U.S. Security Clearance is preferred. Ability to obtain one is required.
How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. 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 compressed work week schedulethat varies by allowing for additional days off such as 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays off work!
§ 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 and more!
§ 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!
Are you a Military Veteran?
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.