ATE Mechanical Engineer III/IV

Cessna Aircraft Company; Wilmington (MA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Education Assistance

Career Training

Wellness Program

401(k) Plan

Parental Leave

Job summary

Textron Systems is seeking a Senior ATE Mechanical Engineer to lead end-to-end design, documentation, and production release of automated test equipment. You will own mechanical architectures of test consoles, interface modules, and fixtures, guiding prototypes to manufacturing.

Qualifications include a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years for Level III or 10+ years for Level IV in ATE, plus DoW Secret clearance eligibility and strong drafting/thermal analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in automated test equipment development and production release (Level III: 5+ years; Level IV: 10+ years)
• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Proficient in test equipment console layout, ITA design, 2D/3D drafting, tolerancing
• Ability to obtain DoW Secret Security Clearance (US Citizenship required)

Responsibilities

• Design & Documentation: Architect rack assemblies, ITAs, cable assemblies, interface modules, diagrams, and BOMs
• Fixture Engineering: Design mounting, interconnect, and human interface fixtures with dimensioning and configuration management
• Analysis & Modeling: Create 3D/2D models and perform structural/thermal FEA validation
• Configuration & Quality Control: Manage design releases through PDM systems
• Project Lifecycle Support: Oversee hardware parts ordering, develop technical packages, lead cross-functional design reviews

Skills

ATE development

Production release

3D/2D drafting

Thermal analysis

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Enovia / Matrix

Visio

MS Office

Job description

Job Description - ATE Mechanical Engineer III/IV (345058)

ATE Mechanical Engineer III/IV (345058)

Job Number: 345058

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!

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior ATE Mechanical Engineer to lead and support the end-to-end design, documentation, and production release of custom Automated Test Equipment (ATE). In this role, you will own the mechanical architecture of test consoles, interface modules, and specialized fixtures, ensuring seamless transition from prototype development straight to manufacturing production

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Documentation: Architect and detail rack assemblies, interface test adaptors (ITAs), cable assemblies, interface modules, interconnect diagrams, and bills of materials (BOMs)
• Fixture Engineering: Design robust mounting, interconnect, and human interface test fixtures with rigorous focus on dimensioning, tolerancing, and configuration management
• Analysis & Modeling: Create precise 3D/2D models using Siemens NX and perform structural/thermal FEA validation using ANSYS
• Configuration & Quality Control: Manage formal design releases through product data management systems
• Project Lifecycle Support: Oversee critical hardware parts ordering/receipt, develop technical presentation packages, and lead cross-functional electrical/mechanical design reviews

Qualifications

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience:
  • Level III: 5+ years of dedicated hands-on experience in automated test equipment development and production release
  • Level IV: 10+ years of dedicated hands-on experience in automated test equipment development and production release
• Education: B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent technical discipline)
• Core Competencies:
  • Test equipment console layout and ITA design
  • Advanced 2D/3D electrical and mechanical drafting
  • Mil/ASME standards and configuration management best practices
  • Machining, fabrication processes, materials, and surface finishes
  • Thermal calculations and environmental mitigation management
• Security Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a US Department of War (DoW) Secret Security Clearance (US Citizenship is required)

Preferred Tools & Systems

• Data Management: Enovia / Matrix Product Data Manager (or similar cPDM/Windchill tools)
• General: Visio, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite
• Bonus: Working knowledge of PCB layout, routing, and electro-mechanical packaging

*This role is open at multiple levels. Candidates will be hired at a level consistent with their background and experience:

• Level III: $115,800 - $176,200
• Level IV: $146,500 - $224,500

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.

Textron’s compensation package includes competitive base pay and provides eligible employees with benefit programs. Benefits may include health insurance and prescription plan coverage, dental insurance, family building benefits, vision insurance, mental health resources, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and programs that provide employees time away from work. The pay range should be used as a general guide only. Compensation is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. In compliance with the local pay transparency law, the pay range for this position is $115,800 - $224,500 per year.

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.