Textron Blog – Page 2

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.