Sr. Mechanical Designer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 7, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 6, 2026.
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 Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to support strategic weapon system development for our Advanced Programs team. Textron Systems has the need for a full-time Mechanical Engineering Specialist with a minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical and specialized tooling/handling equipment design. The candidate should be comfortable as a cognizant designer of mechanical systems for military applications.. The candidate should be familiar with manufacturing processes and understand the tooling and equipment needed to aid fabrication and assembly. The candidate should also be well versed in Siemens NX CAD design software and understand the application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
Responsibilities:
- Develop imaginative, thorough, practicable technical solutions to a wide range of difficult Mechanical Design problems.
- Perform detailed design of electro-mechanical devices, subsystems, cabling, and equipment including modeling, drafting, and tolerance analysis in direct collaboration with an integrated engineering team.
- Prepare high-quality formal engineering documentation (layouts, drawings, 3D models, parts lists, Engineering Change Notices, (ECN’s), vendor parts, etc.) per ASME Y14.100 and MIL-Spec standards.
- Applies the following in the creation of technical data packages: ANSI Y14.5 dimensioning and tolerancing, military standards and specifications, manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams to research, analyze and implement design solutions with attention to design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA).
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 Weapon Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Designer to support strategic weapon system development for our Advanced Programs team. Textron Systems has the need for a full-time Mechanical Engineering Specialist with a minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical and specialized tooling/handling equipment design. The candidate should be comfortable as a cognizant designer of mechanical systems for military applications.. The candidate should be familiar with manufacturing processes and understand the tooling and equipment needed to aid fabrication and assembly. The candidate should also be well versed in Siemens NX CAD design software and understand the application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
Responsibilities:
- Develop imaginative, thorough, practicable technical solutions to a wide range of difficult Mechanical Design problems.
- Perform detailed design of electro-mechanical devices, subsystems, cabling, and equipment including modeling, drafting, and tolerance analysis in direct collaboration with an integrated engineering team.
- Prepare high-quality formal engineering documentation (layouts, drawings, 3D models, parts lists, Engineering Change Notices, (ECN’s), vendor parts, etc.) per ASME Y14.100 and MIL-Spec standards.
- Applies the following in the creation of technical data packages: ANSI Y14.5 dimensioning and tolerancing, military standards and specifications, manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Collaborate closely with engineering teams to research, analyze and implement design solutions with attention to design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA).
- 10 years of relevant experience as a mechanical designer or associate’s degree in Drafting and Design Technology and 8 years relevant experience as a mechanical designer
- Strong proficiency with computer-aided design tools; Siemens NX strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with ASME Y14.X series of standards including ASME Y14.100 (Engineering Drawing Practices), ASME Y14.5-2018 (Dimensioning and Tolerancing), ASME Y14.41(Digital Product Definition), and others.
- Familiarity with configuration management principles and formal release of engineering drawings for production.
- Military (NAS) hardware design and integration experience preferred.
- Ability to visualize components and assemblies in 3D.
- Experience with mechanism development, prototyping, and packaging.
- Familiarity with machine shop practices related to manufacturability is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including preparation of design documentation.
- Desire and ability to operate in a team environment is required.
- Highly organized and efficient.
- Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
- Active Secret clearance required; eligibility for SAP clearance is required. Top Secret clearance preferred.
How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. 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.
- 10 years of relevant experience as a mechanical designer or associate’s degree in Drafting and Design Technology and 8 years relevant experience as a mechanical designer
- Strong proficiency with computer-aided design tools; Siemens NX strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with ASME Y14.X series of standards including ASME Y14.100 (Engineering Drawing Practices), ASME Y14.5-2018 (Dimensioning and Tolerancing), ASME Y14.41(Digital Product Definition), and others.
- Familiarity with configuration management principles and formal release of engineering drawings for production.
- Military (NAS) hardware design and integration experience preferred.
- Ability to visualize components and assemblies in 3D.
- Experience with mechanism development, prototyping, and packaging.
- Familiarity with machine shop practices related to manufacturability is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including preparation of design documentation.
- Desire and ability to operate in a team environment is required.
- Highly organized and efficient.
- Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
- Active Secret clearance required; eligibility for SAP clearance is required. Top Secret clearance preferred.
How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. 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.