Manufacturing Machining Engineer III

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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 System’s Weapon Systems business area. Visit  &  to read more about who we are and the products we make!

Textron Systems Wilmington, MA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead and optimize operations within our machine shop, ensuring efficient production of core competency precision aerospace and defense components. This individual will oversee tooling management, support machinists and design engineers in manufacturability reviews, and drive continuous improvement in machining processes and workflow. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on engineer with a strong understanding of machining operations, tooling compliance, and production optimization in a high-reliability manufacturing environment.

• Serve as the primary engineering interface for the machine shop:
  Support both prototype and full‑rate production programs.
• Collaborate with machinists and design engineers:
  Review engineering drawings, assess manufacturability, and develop accurate costs and time estimates.
• Conduct capacity and utilization analysis:
  Identify opportunities for improved throughput and efficiency.
• Evaluate the life cycle and performance of machining equipment:
  Recommend future capital investments and capability studies of current equipment.
• Solumina Job tracking:
  Lead integration of Solumina (MES) to monitor and improve machine shop performance metrics.
• Streamline work order flow:
  Resource load personnel and equipment to ensure alignment with production and factory manager priorities.
• Manage & maintain compliance with all tooling manuals and contractual tooling requirements:
  Ensure traceability and readiness to support production.
• Support development of machining processes for metal and exotic material components:
  Optimize traditional lathes, mills, and 3-5 axis CNC machining centers.

• A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or manufacturing engineering, or industrial engineering is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience. Experience in precision machining environments and/or defense manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Working knowledge of CNC machining, programming, tooling design and management.
• Strong understanding of GD&T is required.
• Experience with ERP/MES systems (Solumina experience is preferred).
• Familiarity with AS9100 and aerospace quality requirements.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

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

Textron's 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.