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Mechanical Engineer

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 System’s Land Systems business area\. Visit TextronSystems\.com & Lycoming\.com to read more about who we are and the products we make\!

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\-spectrum 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 at night\. Cottonmouth 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 believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will:

Responsibilities:

* Perform hardware engineering activities within a team of Mechanical, Electrical, and Software Engineers\.

* Develop imaginative, thorough, practicable technical solutions to a wide range of difficult Mechanical Engineering problems\.

* Contribute to concept development as part of internal cross\-functional design teams, including prototyping, production, and test support\.

* Perform detailed design of mechanical structures and subsystems using solid modeling, requirements analysis, trade studies, mechanical engineering analysis \(including structural, dynamics, and thermal\), drafting and tolerance analysis, and human interface design\.

* Prepare high\-quality formal engineering documentations such as drawings, specifications, design presentations to customers, test plans, and test reports\.

* Support proposal activity, providing input to cost estimates and risk assessments\.

* Brief peers, management, and customers on design considerations and program status\.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills including preparation of design documentation\.

* Effective presentation skills\.

* Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office products \(i\.e\., Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Visio\)\.

* Desire and ability to operate in a team environment is required\.

* Desire and ability to lead teams or individuals in design, manufacturing, or troubleshooting taskings\.

* Experience with mechanism development, generating Free Body Diagrams, performing basic static/dynamic/structural hand calculations, prototyping, packaging, performance specifications, material tests, and research investigations\.

* Familiarity with and ability to use computer\-aided design tools is required; Solidworks and Autocad are preferred, MagicDraw and Jira are a plus\.

* Experience designing tests for military environmental, shock, and vibration qualifications\.

* Temperament to work in the lab, shop floor, or office\.

* Familiarity with ASME drawing standards is preferred\.

* Ability to get a security clearance\.

Education & Experience Levels

* Experience levels will be determined by a hiring team\. We are looking for candidates with a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, electro\-mechanical engineering, or a related field\. Experience recommendations below\. In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is:

Level I Engineer: typically, 0 – 1 year of experienceLevel II Engineer: typically, 2 years of experienceLevel III Engineer: typically, 5 years of experienceLevel IV Engineer: typically, 9 years of experience

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?

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\.

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-Louisiana-Slidell

**Job Function:** Engineering

**Schedule:** Full-time

**Job Level:** Individual Contributor

**Job Type:** Experienced

**Shift:** First Shift

**Travel:** Yes, 10 % of the Time

**Job Posting:** 01/14/2026, 8:58:30 AM

**Job Number:** 337192