Mechanical Engineer III

Cessna Aircraft Company; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 111,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedules

Education Assistance

Career Development & Training

Wellness Program (Fitness Reimburse.)

Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with

Job summary

Textron Systems in Maryland seeks a Mechanical Engineer III to lead hardware development across the product lifecycle, from concept to lab integration.

You will apply advanced engineering methods, perform detailed design and analysis, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to risk management and design optimization in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with at least 5 years of experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government Secret Security Clearance.
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as Unigraphics/NX and SolidWorks.
• Experience with mechanical analysis techniques including structural, thermal, vibration, and tolerance analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and leadership ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware development across all phases of the product lifecycle from concept to lab integration.
• Apply advanced technical expertise to develop solutions for complex Mechanical Engineering challenges.
• Perform detailed design, modeling, and analysis using CAD, FEA, and MATLAB.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare and maintain detailed engineering documentation and manufacturing drawings.
• Champion process improvements and design optimization to enhance team efficiency.

Skills

Mechanical design

Leadership

Project management

Technical mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Unigraphics/NX

SolidWorks

Job description

Job Description - Mechanical Engineer III (344808)

Mechanical Engineer III (

Job Number:

344808 )

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 Electronic Systems business area. Visit TextronSystems.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:

• Participating and leading teams in hardware development of new products across all phases of the product lifecycle from concept development to lab integration and evaluation
• Apply advanced technical expertise and strategic problem-solving to develop imaginative, practical solutions to a wide range of complex Mechanical Engineering challenges.
• Performing and managing detailed design of mechanical structures and subsystems using solid modeling, requirements analysis, trade studies, mechanical analysis including structural, thermal, and tolerance analysis, and human interface design using computer-aided design tools such as Unigraphics/NX, FEA packages, and MATLAB
• Working cohesively on a multi-functional team with exciting technologies and products
• May lead, guide & direct concept design and the work of others
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of detailed engineering documentation, including technical specifications, interface control documents, manufacturing drawings, and testing instructions, ensuring high quality and compliance with standards to support the fabrication team and sub-contractors.
• Champion process improvements and best practices in design and analysis to enhance team efficiency and deliverables.
• Provide technical guidance on risk management, trade studies, and design optimization, ensuring solutions meet performance, reliability, and quality requirements under stringent project constraints.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with at least 5 years of relevant experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government Secret Security Clearance.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD design using tools such as Unigraphics/NX and/or SolidWorks, with experience creating complex models and assemblies.
• Demonstrated experience in mechanical analysis techniques, including structural, thermal, vibration, and tolerance analysis, as well as hands-on integration and evaluation of hardware systems.
• Proven ability to work accurately and effectively under deadlines, manage time and resources, and balance competing priorities.
• Demonstrated proficiency in mentorship and team leadership, fostering collaboration and developing team members.
• Familiarity with industry standard practices, processes, and tools for ensuring manufacturability and quality in mechanical designs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing high-quality technical documentation, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and representing programs in stakeholder engagements.

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 $110,500 - $167,900 per year.

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.