2027 Electrical Engineer I (Marine) - New Orleans, LA

Textron Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day-one health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Textron Systems invites applicants for an entry-level Electrical Engineer I (Marine) position in New Orleans, LA. You will contribute to component specification, cabling, cable routings, schematics, and interface design, while working with a team on diverse marine-electronics projects.

The role emphasizes hands-on development, mentorship, and opportunities to grow across functions within a leading defense and aerospace contractor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks or comparable software.
• Excellent communication skills with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Specification and selection of electrical and electronic components
• Selection of craft cabling
• Development of cable routings
• Development of schematic/wiring diagrams
• Component installations
• Interface junction box design
• Protective device analysis and coordination
• Voltage drop and power analysis
• Electronics system interfaces
• Performs other duties as assigned by management

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

2027 Electrical Engineer I (Marine) - New Orleans, LA

Description

About the Entry Level Role

As a Textron employee, you’ll take on meaningful work from day one—contributing to real projects and collaborating with experienced team members across the business. This entry-level opportunity is designed to help you build your skills, gain exposure across functions, and grow through hands‑on experience, mentorship, and development opportunities.

Who We Are

Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands: Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming Engines and ATAC. These segments offer specialized products and services that fall into several capability areas: Air; Land; Sea; Propulsion; Weapon Systems; Electronic Systems; and Test, Training & Simulation. We tap into these capabilities to deliver exceptional solutions, including product development and manufacturing, training, operations and support.

All efforts are backed by the strength of our parent company — Textron Inc. — which includes prominent brands such as Bell, Cessna and Beechcraft. Drawing from our diverse teams of experts and harnessing the unlimited power of teamwork, we put tomorrow’s technology in the world’s hands today.

Learn more about our products and history at TextronSystems.com.

About This Role

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Specification and selection of electrical and electronic components
• Selection of craft cabling
• Development of cable routings
• Development of schematic/wiring diagrams
• Component installations
• Interface junction box design
• Protective device analysis and coordination
• Voltage drop and power analysis
• Electronics system interfaces
• Performs other duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and SolidWorks or comparable software
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral within all levels of the organization

Why Build Your Career at Textron

Textron offers a supportive workplace where employees are encouraged to grow, contribute, and innovate.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive compensation
• Day‑one health and wellness benefits
• Retirement savings options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Alternative work schedules at select locations
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates

About Textron

Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E‑Z‑GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real‑world solutions.

Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

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.

Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information.

Recruiting Company: Textron Systems
Primary Location: US-Louisiana-New Orleans
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Entry Job
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 10/02/2026, 8:26:50 PM
Job Number: 342676