Mechanical Engineer IV

Mechanical Engineer IV – Textron Systems is seeking a full‑time, US‑citizen Mechanical Engineer to work on military applications in the Weapon Systems business area. The candidate will participate in the detailed design of structural components and help translate product design into production and test.

$ / yr – $ / yr

Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi‑industry company employing 35,000 makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom, launch, move people, protect soldiers, and power industries. We serve customers in aerospace, defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

Full‑time Mechanical Engineer with experience in mechanical design focused on military applications. The candidate should possess good communication and presentation skills, be comfortable interacting with suppliers within a multidiscipline team, and be able to integrate component design solutions into an overall assembly. A US citizen capable of receiving a Secret‑level security clearance is required.

• Participate in the detailed design of structural components.
• Be a member of a team responsible for the development and design integration of mechanical components and systems.
• Create Technical Data Packages that include 3D drawings, specifications and material lists for components and assemblies of mechanical and electro‑mechanical applications.
• Prepare and direct high‑quality mechanical and electro‑mechanical detail and assembly drawings.
• Transition product design to production and test.
• Write technical and proposal documents.
• Create detailed design reports and presentations to summarize design/analysis results.

• Comfortable designing mechanical components and systems subjected to extreme hypersonic flight conditions, including packaging design of electronics systems and interconnects, interface control documents, and designing for manufacturing and assembly techniques.
• Well versed in CAD design utilizing 3D digital product development tools and understanding GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Demonstrated participation in a mechanical and structure design team activities leading to a qualified aeroshell design capable of reacting high loading and thermal gradient conditions.
• Experience designing high‑temperature parts, allowing for thermal strain in tightly tolerant pressurized parts and familiar with various material types and joining methods; high‑temperature conditions include high external operating pressures and accelerations.
• Skilled utilization of 3D digital manufacturing information to influence design definition options (preferably Siemens solutions) for manufacturable detailed assemblies and material schedules subject to configuration management.
• Ability to generate product performance specifications, mass property summary reports, and detailed design summary technical reports; demonstrated DFMA skills a plus.
• Proficiency required in Siemens Mechanical Design Manufacturing and Product Lifecycle Management Digital Integration Model (NX, Teamcenter) including product specification development, surface finish and material specification via PMP, written design detailed documentation, presentation, and proposal preparation.
• BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering.
• 9+ years of related experience.
• Possesses or has ability to obtain a Secret level security clearance.

Textron Systems promotes an inclusive environment that values individuality, differences and unique perspectives. Our benefits and compensation packages help employees excel and achieve their goals.

• 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

Textron’s products and services are trusted daily by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

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-Massachusetts-Wilmington

Schedule:

Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Experienced

Shift: First Shift

Travel:
Yes, 10 % of the Time