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More Than Words, Supporting Our Veterans

By: Jonathan Hernandez, Bell Senior Communication Strategist & VORTEX co-chair

What does it mean to support our Veteran employees?

For some Veterans, they may tell you it’s about honor and gratitude. Others may talk about the sense of camaraderie they felt while in and how they long to recreate that environment.

By understanding the process Veterans go through when transitioning from the military to civilian life and breaking it down into smaller initiatives, it becomes easier to create action items that ultimately support Veteran employees.

Life at Textron

4th Grade Dreams Come True

“I still remember making paper airplanes in fourth grade,” says Taylor Rogers, flight controls engineer at Textron’s newest business unit, Textron eAviation. “I was always fascinated by planes flying overhead. I didn’t come from a family involved in the military or aviation; my mom was an accountant, and my dad was in sales. But I grew up near five military bases, with Eglin Air Force Base being the largest.”

Taylor joined Textron eAviation after spending nearly two years with Textron Aviation. Being part of Textron has allowed her to pursue her passion for aviation.

Life at Textron

A Winning Game Plan

The game’s heating up and the excitement is through the roof. Only 90 yards to go. Then, boom! The quarterback snaps the ball and finds his receiver on a quick slant. He breaks a tackle, sprints downfield, and there it is—a touchdown!

This is just a slice of Eddie Hartfield’s life outside Textron Aviation. The purchasing agent based in Wichita, has a heart for football—a sport that has been a significant part of his life since childhood. His decades-long passion has led him and his best friend Darell to create the Kansas Wichita Skyhawks, a semi-pro team with a mission far beyond just playing the game.

Life at Textron

Bell Diving Buddies

When Bell’s Ken Olson embarked on his very first diving cruise in 1997, little did he imagine that nearly 26 years later, a new partner would join him on the adventure, his granddaughter Alyssa Williams.

Early Career

Skills Textron Looks for in Entry-Level Candidates

In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving world, landing a job is about more than just technical skills. At Textron, a leading multi-industry company renowned for its innovative solutions in aviation, defense, and industrial products, we know that soft skills are just as crucial for career success, especially for those starting their professional journey. Soft skills, such as the ability to handle complex situations, take initiative, and adapt to change, are the bedrock of a thriving and dynamic workplace.

Life at Textron

Engineering Through Innovation: Six Questions with Engineering Manager for Special Missions, Miranda Konowitz

Every big idea has to start somewhere.

For Miranda Konowitz, engineering manager for Special Missions at Textron Aviation, transforming innovative ideas into reality is just part of her day.