Textron Systems Corporation

Textron Systems Corporation, a Textron Inc. company, has been providing innovative solutions to the defense, homeland security and aerospace communities for more than 50 years. Headquartered in Wilmington, Mass. USA, Textron Systems sells smart weapons, surveillance systems, and unmanned aerial vehicles to the Defense Department. The US government accounts for about one-third of Textron's sales.

Anticipating and addressing future needs, Textron Systems harnesses the power of its innovative technologies and talented, experienced employees on continuous development of next-generation technologies. For example, the company have successfully developed and demonstrated a prototype weapon and ammunition that provides up to a 50 percent reduction in weight compared to the current assault weapon carried by infantrymen, as well as a 50 percent reduction in ammunition weight.

Operating units include:

  • AAI Corporation
  • Lycoming Engines Systems
  • Overwatch
  • Textron Defense Systems
  • Textron Marine & Land

AAI's businesses range from tactical unmanned aircraft systems for the U.S. Army and allied armed forces to training and simulation systems, automated aircraft test and maintenance equipment, armament systems, logistical and engineering services, and other leading-edge technology solutions for aerospace and defense.

Lycoming Engine Systems - Currently, more than half the world's general aviation fleet, both rotary and fixed wing, is powered by Lycoming® piston engines. Lycoming produces the most complete line of horizontally opposed, air cooled four, six, and eight cylinder aircraft engines available, with power ranging from 100 to 400 HP.

Overwatch is a leading provider of integrated intelligence software solutions and services that simplify intelligence analysis and exploitation.

Textron Defense Systems manufactures air launched weapons, smart submunitions, intelligent battlefield munitions and sensor systems, and ground and airborne surveillance systems.

Textron Marine & Land Systems is a world leader in the design, production, and support of advanced marine craft, light armored combat vehicles, turrets and related subsystems.

Textron System’s Capabilities

Situational Awareness

Textron Systems offers a range of solutions to gather, aggregate, analyze and exploit this critical information.

  • Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) tools airborne and ground-based ISR platforms
  • Intelligence Analysis and Exploitation

Force Protection

Textron Systems provides a broad spectrum of aerospace and defense products and services. Some of their force protection capabilities include:

  • Marine Craft
  • Piston Engines
  • Advanced Programs

Precision Weapons

Textron Systems’ smart weapons are designed for two vital purposes â�� effectiveness against their intended targets and low collateral damage.

Defense Services & Support

Today’s continuously evolving battlespace demands flexible solutions, as well as a comprehensive approach including training and post-delivery support. Textron Systems provides tailored solutions that set the customer up for success.

  • Test & Training Systems
  • Logistics & Technical Support

Additional Capabilities -

Expanding the capabilities and reach of warfighters in the field, provides vital defense against attack. Textron Systems’ protection solutions deliver confidence in the crucial moment so warfighters can maintain focus on the mission at hand.

  • military vehicle rocket-propelled grenade protection systems
  • space travel re-entry systems using our proprietary specialty materials
  • highly adaptive nuclear/radiation detection systems for multiple applications

Products and Service Areas

  • Unmanned aircraft systems
  • Advanced marine craft
  • Armored vehicles
  • Intelligent battlefield and surveillance systems
  • Intelligence software solutions
  • Precision smart weapons
  • Piston engines
  • Test and training systems
  • Total life cycle sustainment services

Textron Systems Corporation
40 Westminster St.
Providence,RI
02903
United States

Tel: +1 401-421-2800
Fax:+1 401-457-2220
Web: www.textronsystems.com

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