Textron reviews

After leaving I quickly was able to see the view from the outside. It is a very volatile organization with little diversity in their businesses - looking at it from a product offering standpoint. They are in aviation, recreation, and defense. Not exactly your most recession proof sectors so expect tons of volatility. The business is impacted heavily by political climate, and that can be seen with the massive periodic rounds of layoffs. Management decisions at the corporate level are rather poor. Who spends millions on R&D, marketing, sales development just to go out and buy a an existing one less than 1 year later? A lot of “good ole” boys seem to have taken over lately so expect more of the same - decisions from the hip based off a likeable guys “hunch”. Don’t get me wrong the company makes money and is Fortune 500 off revenue - but when your product is expensive.... revenue will trickle in. Doesn’t mean it’s profitable. Biggest complaint - zero extended outlook. They live 2 years out, promote people into positions they are not ready for and then blame them for the failure of the business. The leadership development program is basically a glorified College Fraternity/Sorority in the workplace. In my experience there were only a maybe a couple of people that really deserved to be called “leaders” in the program. The rest were book smart - but really didn’t know how to get things done. It showed from the direct feedback I received from several blue collared workers.

Total disregard for talent - the TSV business unit is comparable to a monkey controlling trying to drive a car. Drastic and large decisions come in hours and regard for long term success is not considered by the greatly under-qualified leadership in place. This company was not up front with me for 4 months and cost me thousands of dollars because their leadership is afraid to be transparent. They selfishly left me on the hook unpaid while ensuring me my role was safe during a furlough. This is funny and cool when its maybe a week or two but this company literally took a solid chunk of my early life and career away from me. A specific business unit company like this is a miracle when you look at how they survive but it is clear the rest of the company keeps them afloat. Please for the sake of your career steer clear or at least know what you are getting into. I may seem like just an upset employee but let me tell you there is a general sentiment of panic and a workforce that is looking to jump off this burning ship. Everyday you meet with folks that are planning their exit and that should tell you all you need to know. Confidence is great but FACTS are better, please know what you are getting yourself into with this organization!