Mobility Integrated Product Team Lead

About This Role

Textron Systems is seeking engineers of all disciplines to support the United States Marine Corps Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV) program. For this program, Textron Systems has developed the Cottonmouth® ARV, a recon vehicle to be feared and a force‑multiplier armed to the fangs with advanced full‑spectra reconnaissance and surveillance sensors. It’s expertly designed to defeat threats beyond line of sight and comes complete with cutting‑edge technologies that will keep adversaries up tonmouth was developed using a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) that is Ground Vehicle Operating System (GVOS) based employing the Tactical Assault Kit Extended (TAK‑X) framework for easy capability integration.

This modern vehicle platform has superior mobility capabilities to tackle treacherous off‑road terrain and waterways while keeping Marines safe thanks to its advanced survivability suite and Human System Interface (HSI) focus. Amphibious mobility, unrivaled versatility, and electronic warfare capabilities define a vehicle that is adaptable, stealthy and thrives wherever enemies hide. Our teams are engaged in multiple cutting‑edge development programs for defense applications.

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering leader to join the Crewed Land Systems team at our Slidell, LA facility. In this role, you will have the opportunity to experience the entire engineering lifecycle of military vehicles through design, build, test, and sustainment. The ideal candidate has a proven ability to design mechanical systems using 3D CAD, hands‑on experience in a prototyping or production environment, a solid foundation in mechanical design principles, and a passion for automotive‑related platforms.

• Lead a team of talented engineers through the development, integration, and test of mechanical and electrical components and subsystems.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for your given IPT to ensure compliance to all applicable performance specifications, standards, and regulations.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally within the business to ensure that performance, cost, and schedule targets are achieved throughout the lifecycle.
• Lead recurring IPT meetings, working groups, and design reviews both internally and with the Government customer.
• Review and release 3D models, 2D drawings, and reports to ensure we deliver quality products.
• Review and approve technical analysis including Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), and other engineering tools.
• Support proposal bid and execution activities including technical writing, Statements of Work (SOW), Basis of Estimates (BOEs), and scheduling.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing functions and Field Service Representatives (FSRs) during prototyping, production, test, and sustainment activities.
• Foster development of junior engineers including interns, co‑ops, and new hires.

• Lead the mobility IPT including powertrain, drivetrain, suspension, steering, fuel system, and water propulsion.
• Perform and/or oversee powertrain performance calculations and vehicle dynamics simulations using commercial, Government, and internal software.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering. A graduate degree in engineering is desired.
• 10+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills to lead a team of talented engineers across multiple disciplines.
• Experience leading and participating in Systems Engineering Technical Reviews (SETRs).
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as Solid Works (preferred), NX, CATIA, or Creo.
• Experience with Model‑Based Definition (MBD) is desired.
• Experience with designing machined, cast, and sheet metal parts, weldments, and bolted joints including material selection, corrosion, tolerance stack analysis, DFX, and GD&T.
• Experience with FEA software including Solid Works Simulation and/or ANSYS.
• Strong problem‑solving skills to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Automotive experience desired, ground combat vehicle experience strongly…