**Chemical Engineer III** **Description** **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 Weapon Systems business area\. Visit TextronSystems\.com & Lycoming\.com to read more about who we are and the products we make\! **_About This Role_** Textron has a legacy of high temperature, high performance composite materials dating back to the Apollo spacecraft heatshield system\. We are leveraging these materials legacy and ultra\-high\-performance materials successes to expand our advanced material presence into today's challenges in propulsion and other aggressive thermomechanical applications\. Textron seeks a unique talent to help visualize this presence and be a technical expert\. **_Major Position Responsibilities:_** * As the lead chemical process engineer, contribute to a multi discipline project team consisting of material scientists, chemists, thermal analysis, mechanical engineers, and modeling & simulation analysts\. * Work with engineering and manufacturing disciplines to design, build and manage a medium\-large scale state of the art manufacturing & test facility that includes the use of liquid and gaseous hydrocarbons and other precursor materials\. * Be a customer contact from proposal through development **Qualifications** * Minimum of 5 years' experience in building facilities for manufacturing chemical processes * Experience developing, processing and manufacturing liquid and/or gaseous hydrocarbons is desirable would be helpful but not critical\. * Knowledge of fiber reinforcement offerings with emphasis on high performance carbon fibers and ceramic fibers * High temperature composite knowledge, primarily carbon/carbon, is desired but not critical\. * Understanding of thermal and mechanical properties of materials\. * Ability to obtain and maintain a US Secret Clearance _Required Education \(including Major\):_ * Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or relevant degree with 5 years' experience\. * An advanced degree in a related field may be considered for additional years of experience\. **Other** * The candidate should be available for periodic travel as necessary\. **How We Care** 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 \- Education Assistance \- Career Development & Training Opportunities \- Wellness Program \(including Fitness Reimbursement\) \- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401\(K\) with Company Funding \- Paid Parental Leave **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\. **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 Systems **Primary Location:** US-Massachusetts-Wilmington **Job Function:** Engineering **Schedule:** Full-time **Job Level:** Individual Contributor **Job Type:** Standard **Shift:** First Shift **Travel:** Yes, 10 % of the Time **Relocation:** Available **Job Posting:** 08/21/2025, 3:24:23 PM **Job Number:** 335637