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≈ $96k – $181k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (Monroe)
Seniority
Senior · 5+ years exp
Visa
Filed H-1B visas in the last two years

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 30, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 25, 2026.

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Headquartered in Wichita, Kansas, Textron Aviation is a leading aerospace and general aviation enterprise specializing in the design, manufacturing, and comprehensive lifecycle support of aircraft. The company encompasses iconic industry brands - including Cessna, Beechcraft, and Pipistrel - delivering a diverse portfolio of business jets (such as the Citation series), turboprops (including King Air and Caravan), piston-engine aircraft, and specialized military training platforms. Backed by an extensive global network for parts distribution, maintenance, and flight simulation training, Textron Aviation serves commercial operators, corporate flight departments, private owners, and defense agencies worldwide.

JOB SUMMARY:

Design Engineer will develop, plan organize and conduct complex design assignments and be responsible for supporting all aspects of design and analysis for actuation. Candidate will be familiar with testing hydraulic and electro-mechanical systems components.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform duties in support of new product and sustaining designs
  • Coordinate with other Engineering and technical groups to develop, implement, monitor, and status assignments
  • Responsible for completing development, design, testing and certification assignments for new design or modifications. Develops creative, scientific alternatives during course of job assignments to reach desired outcome.
  • Initiate designs or incorporate design improvements utilizing CATIA V5 and V6 or SolidWorks software with an emphasis on modeling and drafting
  • Consults and coordinates with other engineering and manufacturing personnel to coordinate design function and resolve technical problems. Consults with supplier to discuss and remedy issues in a more timely and efficient manner.
  • Requests and coordinates work performed by Engineering support groups, Experimental, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management for the project
  • Maintains contact with Product Support Engineering and production departments to resolve engineering problems impeding production and to assist in the incorporation of new design concepts and changes.

JOB SUMMARY:

Design Engineer will develop, plan organize and conduct complex design assignments and be responsible for supporting all aspects of design and analysis for actuation. Candidate will be familiar with testing hydraulic and electro-mechanical systems components.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform duties in support of new product and sustaining designs
  • Coordinate with other Engineering and technical groups to develop, implement, monitor, and status assignments
  • Responsible for completing development, design, testing and certification assignments for new design or modifications. Develops creative, scientific alternatives during course of job assignments to reach desired outcome.
  • Initiate designs or incorporate design improvements utilizing CATIA V5 and V6 or SolidWorks software with an emphasis on modeling and drafting
  • Consults and coordinates with other engineering and manufacturing personnel to coordinate design function and resolve technical problems. Consults with supplier to discuss and remedy issues in a more timely and efficient manner.
  • Requests and coordinates work performed by Engineering support groups, Experimental, Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management for the project
  • Maintains contact with Product Support Engineering and production departments to resolve engineering problems impeding production and to assist in the incorporation of new design concepts and changes.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or other related field

  • Minimum of 5 years engineering experience or relative aviation technical experience.
  • Preferred knowledge or experience with any of the following

o Hydraulic Actuators - Internal Locking and Non-Locking

o Hydraulic Valves, Reservoirs, Accumulators, Pumps

o Hydraulic Power Packs

o Linear and Rotary Electro-mechanical actuators

o Ball-screws, Roller Screws, ACME Screws

o Gears, Splines and Planetary Gear Sets

o Electronic Enclosures

  • Preferred experience with the following:

o Manufacturing processes used to make these types of products

o Materials and Processes used for these type of products

o Finishes and tolerances associated with these type of products

o MMPDS Material Properties, SN Curves etc.

o Regulatory requirements for qualifying and certifying these types of components

o Vibration modes and testing associated with these types of components and systems

o Desirable to understand thermal considerations associated with these types of components and systems

o Tests & methods used to qualify these types of products

o Motors and control

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Strong familiarity with CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software
  • Familiarity preferred with software packages such as KissSoft, LabView, MatLab Simulink, MathCad
  • Demonstrated technical and organizational leadership
  • Demonstrated ability to work as a team player both internally and externally
  • Strong presentation skills

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

· Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or other related field

  • Minimum of 5 years engineering experience or relative aviation technical experience.
  • Preferred knowledge or experience with any of the following

o Hydraulic Actuators - Internal Locking and Non-Locking

o Hydraulic Valves, Reservoirs, Accumulators, Pumps

o Hydraulic Power Packs

o Linear and Rotary Electro-mechanical actuators

o Ball-screws, Roller Screws, ACME Screws

o Gears, Splines and Planetary Gear Sets

o Electronic Enclosures

  • Preferred experience with the following:

o Manufacturing processes used to make these types of products

o Materials and Processes used for these type of products

o Finishes and tolerances associated with these type of products

o MMPDS Material Properties, SN Curves etc.

o Regulatory requirements for qualifying and certifying these types of components

o Vibration modes and testing associated with these types of components and systems

o Desirable to understand thermal considerations associated with these types of components and systems

o Tests & methods used to qualify these types of products

o Motors and control

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Strong familiarity with CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software
  • Familiarity preferred with software packages such as KissSoft, LabView, MatLab Simulink, MathCad
  • Demonstrated technical and organizational leadership
  • Demonstrated ability to work as a team player both internally and externally
  • Strong presentation skills

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.

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