2027 - Manufacturing Engineer I (Crewed Land) - Slidell, LA

Textron; Slidell (LA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Systems in Slidell, LA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I (Crewed Land) to join our entry-level team. You’ll collaborate with engineering to define producibility and build plans, and support tooling, processes and MBOM creation for new parts.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, mentorship, and growth across functions, with opportunities to contribute from day one and develop expertise in SolidWorks, Delmia, and other CAD/PLM tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• Hands-on knowledge of CAD/PLM tools (SolidWorks, Delmia, Tecnomatix) is a plus
• Ability to interact effectively with peers, supervisors, customers and management
• Strong planning, organization and multi-priority management
• Effective verbal and written communication; MS Excel skills

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with Engineering on tooling and build-plan methodology; analyzes manufacturability of components
• Develops manufacturing process plans and time standards for new parts/assemblies
• Creates MBOM and supports RCCA on production issues related to design, materials, tooling and processes
• Ensures compliance with regulations and maintains work instructions

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Delmia

Tecnomatix

Creo View

3DVIA

MS Excel

Job description

2027 - Manufacturing Engineer I (Crewed Land) - Slidell, 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

A Day in the Life of a Mechanical Engineer I

• Collaborates with Engineering on desired production tooling and build‑plan methodology and gives input/feedback on associated design criteria; analyzes engineering design to determine manufacturability of components and assemblies.
• Guide and determine manufacturing processes, tooling methodology, discrete manufacturing operations and associated time standards to be used to produce new parts/assemblies from detail component fabrication thru job‑level installation; authors and maintains process plans for shop floor methods/work instructions.
• Develops learning curve and actual hour projections for new program production incorporation; analyzes actual performance and makes necessary process improvement recommendations.
• Oversee process to create manufacturing Bill of Material (MBOM) to break engineering product structure into logical manufacturing methodology and sequence to enable MRP processes for order release, scheduling, and purchased component sourcing activities. Provides technical guidance to initiate and drive Root Cause / Corrective Action (RCCA) on production issues related to engineering design, material, tooling, specifications and processes.
• Analyzes/Interprets engineering drawing, manufacturing operation sequence, tooling function, and process specifications and issues engineering change requests (ECR).
• Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• What You’ll Need:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Hands‑on knowledge of SolidWorks, Delmia, Tecnomatix (preferred), Creo View and 3DVIA software is a plus
• Ability to interact effectively and efficiently with peers, supervisors, customers and management both externally and internally to the organization
• Ability to plan, organize and manage multiple priorities efficiently
• Self‑starter with the ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environment
• Effective verbal and written communications skills
• Basic Microsoft Office application skills with emphasis in MS Excel
• Ability to obtain a security clearance

Hands‑on knowledge of SolidWorks, Delmia, Tecnomatix (preferred), Creo View and 3DVIA software is a plusAbility to interact effectively and efficiently with peers, supervisors, customers and management both externally and internally to the organizationAbility to plan, organize and manage multiple priorities efficientlySelf‑starter with the ability to work in a fast paced, deadline driven environmentEffective verbal and written communications skillsBasic Microsoft Office application skills with emphasis in MS ExcelAbility to obtain a security clearance

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.

AI Readiness:

Textron expects employees to use AI‑enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI‑generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

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: Manufacturing
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Entry Job
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 09/01/2026, 4:00:00 AM
Job Number: 342658