Trade Show & Events Specialist (Part-Time)
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 Systems Communications business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make! About This Role
The Textron Systems Tradeshows & Events Specialist will support the planning and coordination of tradeshows and events for our comprehensive portfolio of products and domains (business lines). Reporting to the Manager of Tradeshows & Events, this position is part of Textron Systems Marketing & Communications team. The position is located in Hunt Valley, MD.
As a Trade Show & Events Specialist, you will work across the Marketing & Communications team to plan and coordinate logistics for Textron Systems trade show and events - both external and internal - presence throughout the calendar year.
This role is part time and will work 20-30 hours per week, as agreed upon by the candidate and hiring manager. Responsibilities
Supporting annual trade show and event planning and budgeting
Conducting research and analysis of proposed domestic and international trade shows and recommend an optimal mix based on strategic business requirements, customer focus, ROI and cost
Provide on-site management for selected events (travel approx. 15)
Independently manage all aspects of assigned events with superior attention to detail:
Event and attendee logistics (Show registrations and hotel room blocks)
Show organizer deadlines
Vendor deadlines including housing, badge passes, trade show logistics, invitations, graphics, video, shipping, etc.
Collaborate with events team members and spaneting colleagues to offer creative solutions and ideas
Assigned budget, including processing show related invoices for payment and keeping record spending using team budget trackers
Weekly status updates
Maintaining and updating the show plan, coordinating all planning meetings with the key stakeholders pre-show and post-show (including post show survey and ROI analysis report out using ROI tools and templates)
Inventory of tradeshow properties, event materials and giveaways
When attending an event, greet customers and new visitors, and act as a brand ambassador for Textron Systems to ensure consistent and professional messaging
Manage staffing and meeting requirements on-site
Record customer engagements and manage meeting schedule updates, flow of meetings and use of conference rooms at select events
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in related field with 3-5 years of professional experience in event management
Must be well organized, agile and able to make quick decisions independently, at times, while at show site
Must possess the ability to multi-task projects and be extremely detail-oriented
Must be forward thinking and on the lookout for new techniques across the event industry to make recommendations and execute ideas to elevate our events and improve ROI to the business
Demonstrated success with project management as well as event management team collaboration for multiple events occurring simultaneously
Communicates clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and at all levels of the organization
Fosters a strong entrepreneurial spirit and thrives in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment, while managing multiple priorities with limited resources
Team player with the desire, passion and motivation to deliver superior event ROI
Organized and extremely detailed oriented
Able to handle high volume of tasks and deliverables
Physical Demands
Primary Location : Hunt Valley, MD 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?
Textrons 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.
Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as spanet and business considerations.
In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is
$69,500 - $104,100 per year.
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-Maryland-Hunt Valley
Job Function: Marketing
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Travel: Yes, 15 of the Time
Relocation: Unavailable
Job Posting: 06/23/2025, 3:51:19 PM
Job Number: 334134
