Three national recognitions highlight Textron Aviation’s commitment to recruiting, retaining and supporting veterans, Guard and Reserve members and military spouses.
Textron Aviation has received three national employer recognitions for its commitment to recruiting, retaining and developing veterans and the broader military community. The awards include the Military Friendly® Employer Gold designation, Military Times Best for Vets Employer Award and 2026 HIRE Vets Gold Medallion Award. Announced on Veterans Day, these honors underscore Textron Aviation’s year-round commitment to the military community.
The HIRE Vets Medallion Award is the only federal-level award recognizing employers for their commitment to veteran hiring, retention and professional development. Textron Aviation has been selected to receive the Gold Medallion Award for its efforts to recruit, employ and retain veterans.
The Military Friendly® Employer designation recognizes organizations for their commitment, efforts and success in creating meaningful opportunities and support for the military community. Textron Aviation earned the Gold designation for 2027 based on an evaluation of its policies, practices and outcomes across six categories.
The Military Times Best for Vets: Employers program evaluates how organizations recruit, mentor and retain service members and veterans. The assessment considers employment practices, retention and support programs, support for Guard and Reserve employees, recognition of military service and military-connected partnerships.
With more than 1,500 military-affiliated employees across the company, Textron Aviation is a place where veterans can build meaningful careers, find belonging and continue making an impact.
That support begins before day one. Service members can explore opportunities through the Department of War’s SkillBridge program and utilize resources like our Military Transition Guide to prepare for a civilian career. Once here, veterans find connections and mentorship through VETCOM, our veteran-focused employee resource group. The company also supports Guard and Reserve members through, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) and military spouses through the Military Spouse Employer Partnership. Together, these resources provide support, professional connections and transition assistance for veterans and the broader military community.
This Veterans Day, Textron Aviation extends its sincere gratitude to veterans for their service and sacrifice, and for the experience, skills and perspectives they bring every day.
Ready to join a military-ready employer? Apply now at txtav.com/military.