Design Engineer Group Lead – WA (AeroMotion)

Find a- Textron; Monroe (WA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Washington state is seeking a Design Engineer Group Lead for AeroMotion. You will lead a team responsible for actuators design, qualification, and production support, coordinating with project managers and engineering functions.

The role emphasizes growing leadership capabilities, planning schedules, and guiding technical decisions while maintaining strong communication with management and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• 7 years of aviation or related engineering experience.
• Knowledge of CFR 14 Part 23/25 and MIL-HDBK-516C preferred.
• Experience with SolidWorks and SolidWorks PDM.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Project.
• Ability to review design packages and manage schedules.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute design, development, and qualification activities for actuators following the design phase gate process.
• Review and approve design packages and other deliverables produced by direct reports.
• Develop near-term and long-term strategic plans for growth and leadership development.
• Coordinate with department manager on program schedules, resource allocations, and priorities.
• Guide the team through complex technical issues to technical solutions.
• Participate in integrated engineering team meetings and coordinate multiple disciplines.
• Communicate status information to management, customers and authorities.
• Support recruitment of interns, entry-level and experienced engineers and contractors.
• Develop managerial skills through training and coaching.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Other related Engineering field

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks PDM

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

Job description

Design Engineer Group Lead – WA (AeroMotion)(

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members — now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

This position will lead a team of engineers responsible for developing, designing, qualifying, and supporting production in actuation for AeroMotion.

This position works in partnership with project managers, project engineers, and other functional groups to coordinate schedules, priorities, resources, and budgets in support of Aero Motion and Textron Aviation projects.

The Engineer-Group Lead will foster a work environment which encourages communication, collaboration, innovation, creativity, individual responsibility, growth, and a spirit of teamwork, as well as provide engineering advice and assistance to other functions as required.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plan and execute design, development, and qualification activities for actuators, following the design phase gate process

Responsible for reviewing and approving design packages and other deliverables produced by direct reports

Develop near-term and long-term strategic plans to provide growth opportunities for team members in the areas of technical/personal development as well as development of leadership capabilities

Coordinate with department manager on program schedules, resource allocations, and project priorities

Must be able to understand complex technical issues as well as the work-scope and risks associated with different alternatives necessary to guide the design team to technical solutions

Participate in integrated engineering team meetings and guides/coordinates tasks of multiple internal disciplines

Communicate status information to all levels of management, external customers and authorities

Support Textron Aviation’s product and headcount strategies by recruiting interns, entry-level engineers, experienced engineers, and contractors

Experience with preparing bids and proposals is preferred

Develop own managerial skills through training, professional organizations, and published information. Recognize team members who are capable of leadership roles (supervisory and technical) and develop these team members through appropriate training and coaching

Qualifications

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s Degree in:

Mechanical Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Other related Engineering field

7 years of experience in aviation, engineering, or another related field.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Working knowledge of CFR 14 Part 23 and CFR 14 Part 25 and MIL-HDBK-516C is desired

Experience with SolidWorks & SolidWorks PDM is preferred

Technical knowledge of hydraulic actuators, electro-mechanical actuators, and components

Strong working knowledge of Textron Aviation aircraft development and certification processes is required

Experience in leading technical teams through complex issues

Effective in providing communications and presentations to technical and management representatives is preferred

Experience with Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint are required. Experience with Microsoft Project

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong time management skills including multi-tasking and task prioritization is required

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.

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 $121990 – $243540 per year.

Paid Holidays: 12

Personal Hours: 0

Vacation Hours: 120

Parental Leave (weeks): 6

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.

Classified Information Statement – Select value to add statement to job posting: 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 Aviation

Primary Location

: US-Washington-Monroe

Job Field

: Engineering

Schedule

: Full-time

Job Level

: Team Leader

Job Type

: Experienced

Shift

: First Shift

Worksite: Onsite

Job Posting

: 08/18/2026, 5:34:51 PM