Senior Mechanical Technician, Unmanned Naval Systems

Find a- Textron; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Systems, in Maryland, seeks a Senior Mechanical Technician to support unmanned naval products, perform test, integration, and maintenance, and travel for on-water operations. The role reports to the Unmanned Surface Vessel Lab Manager and requires hands‑on mechanical experience and ability to read drawings.

The candidate should be able to work in a fast‑paced environment, handle on‑water operations, and obtain a Secret level security clearance.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Mechanical/Engineering Technology preferred.
• Five or more years of technician experience with mechanical or electro‑mechanical assemblies are required.
• Demonstrate ability to interpret drawings and schematics.
• Willing to travel (50%).
• Boating or shipboard experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience assembling maritime systems is strongly preferred.
• Experience on Diesel Engines is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of common test instrumentation, hand tools, and laboratory practices required.
• Professional written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasking.
• Ability to work extended hours to meet program goals.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions (on water, away from land).
• Ability to work in tight quarters and confined spaces.
• Ability to swim.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance.
• Working knowledge of Military specifications is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Military hardware is a plus.
• Experienced small boat handler is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot ocean‑going Unmanned Surface Systems and support craft.
• Assist Engineers and Designers with prototype development and testing.
• Support offsite qualification testing in accordance with written procedures.
• Develop operational and technical manuals.
• Interface with existing and prospective customers and service members at operational and maintenance demonstrations.
• Actively perform lab maintenance, safety audits, and material tracking.
• Promote a safety‑first mindset for all on‑site lab and off‑site testing and personnel.

Skills

Read assembly docs

Operate test equipment

Assemble & troubleshoot drivetrain &–?

Hand tools use

Drill press & band saw use

Interpret drawings & schematics

Assist engineering in issue resolution

Travel readiness 50%

Swim

Education

Associate Degree in Mechanical/Engineering Technology preferred

Boating or shipboard experience preferred

Experience assembling maritime systems preferred

Experience on Diesel Engines preferred

Tools

Drill press

Band saw

Hydraulic press

Tap & Die

Hand drills

Impact wrench

Test instrumentation

Job description

Textron Systems, in Maryland, seeks a Senior Mechanical Technician to support unmanned naval products, perform test, integration, and maintenance, and travel for on-water operations. The role reports to the Unmanned Surface Vessel Lab Manager and requires hands‑on mechanical experience and ability to read drawings.

The candidate should be able to work in a fast‑paced environment, handle on‑water operations, and obtain a Secret level security clearance.