Who We Are

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

This role is in Textron System’s Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About ATAC
Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and adversary aggressor services for U.S. Navy, Marine and Air Force pilots.  ATAC operates simultaneously across eight sites and two continents and comprises the world’s largest outsourced civilian, tactical airborne training organization and proudly provides the highest quality live training to Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups.

About This Role

·         Assists the Logistics Supervisor in the supply chain and logistics operations to maximize efficiency and minimize cost of organization's supply chain.

·         Provides recommendations on vendor's qualification and performance to ensure they meet company's requirements.

·         Supports project/department milestones/goals while adhering to approved budgets.

·         Extensive knowledge of department processes which may include loading, unloading, order pulling, shipping, returns, forklift/equipment operation, fabrication, and transportation of goods.

·         Install protective devices, such as bracing, padding, or strapping, to prevent shifting or damage to items being transported.

·         Verify computations against physical count of stock.

·         Maintains condition of work area (i.e. free of trash, product in correct location, etc.). Follows company safety policies and procedures and encourages other associates to do the same.

·         Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.

·         The Material Specialist will coordinate the logistics of all aspects of the supply chain which consists of Issue, receipt, delivery, shipping, and the return system (for defective or unwanted products).

·         The Material Specialist tries to minimize shortages and keep costs down.

·         The position includes logistics managing, purchasing and inventory control.

·         Responsible and expected to make recommendations to improve productivity,