Manufacturing Engineer II

Textron Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training Opportun

Wellness Program

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K)

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Textron Systems in New Orleans, LA, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer II to support design, analysis, test and production on marine vessels. You will help develop manufacturing plans and cross-functional processes that deliver robust, cost-effective solutions.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical Engineering and 2+ years of experience, with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two plus years of experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role or related field.
• Proven track record of implementing process improvements, cost reductions, and productivity enhancements in a manufacturing environment.
• Willingness/ability to work closely with production as the main point of contact.
• Software programming skills and experience with SolidWorks or other 3D modeling programs are desired.

Responsibilities

• Hands on production floor issue resolution and updating manufacturing documents.
• Develops learning curve and actual hour projections for new program production incorporation.
• Develop, analyze, optimize, and document manufacturing processes for quality and efficiency.
• Analyze engineering changes for manufacturability.
• Participate in cross-functional teams for continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Use data analysis to identify root causes and implement corrective actions with quality and operations.
• Oversee process to create MBOM and enable MRP processes.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer II

Description

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 Marine & Land Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!

About This Role

We believe people should love what they do – in this role, you will be responsible for:

A Manufacturing Engineer II supports design, analysis, test and production operations for marine vessels. The ideal candidate should have a passion for manufacturing accompanied with exceptional communication skills, great attitude, be a result-oriented team player, and a great problem-solver.

Responsibilities

• Hands on production floor issue resolution in the form of updating manufacturing documents, missing/incorrect parts, and process sequence.
• Develops learning curve and actual hour projections for new program production incorporation.
• Develop, analyze, optimize, and document manufacturing processes to ensure product quality, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency.
• Analyzes engineering changes to determine manufacturability of components and assemblies.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, cost reduction, and productivity enhancement.
• Utilize data analysis and statistical techniques to identify root causes of quality issues and implement corrective actions collaboratively with quality and operations.
• 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 through on craft, job-level installation; authors and maintains process plans for shop floor methods/work instructions.
• 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.
• Analyzes/Interprets engineering drawing, manufacturing operation sequence, tooling function, and process specifications.
• Work through Engineering Changes and Quality Discrepancy items quickly and accurately to reduce production impact.
• Ensures processes and procedures are in compliance with regulations.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Preferred degrees are Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology and Industrial Technology

Qualifications:

• Two plus years of experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role or related field.
• Possess effective written and oral communication skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
• Proven track record of implementing process improvements, cost reductions, and productivity enhancements in a manufacturing environment.
• Willingness/ability to work closely with production as the main point of contact.
• Software programming skills and experience with Solidworks or other 3D modeling programs are desired.
• Ability to interact effectively and efficiently with peers, supervisors, customers and management both externally and internally to the organization.
• Ability to identify problems, resolutions and consider options, inclusive of formulating conclusions and recommending the best course of action, using logical/scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Demonstrated ability to focus on details and multi-task.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems is preferred.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or Permanent Resident.

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

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.

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-New Orleans
Job Function: Manufacturing
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 11/09/2026, 12:06:33 PM
Job Number: 346163