Sr Mechanical Designer

Textron Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Systems is seeking a Sr Mechanical Designer with 10+ years of experience to lead mechanical and tooling/handling equipment design for military applications. You will generate high quality 2D/3D NX models and drawings, and develop data packages using ANSI Y14.5 GD&T.

Collaborating with engineering teams, you will apply DFMA principles, perform tolerance analyses, and mentor junior designers in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills using Siemens NX (v10+) required.
• High school, trade school or higher; experience using UG NX CAD Tool.
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to mentor/train junior personnel.
• Familiarity with machine shop practices related to manufacturability.
• Familiarity with military hardware and fasteners.

Responsibilities

• Generate high quality 2D and 3D CAD files in NX.
• Prepare and update detailed design drawings and indented parts lists.
• Apply ANSI Y14.5 GD&T and military/manufacturing standards.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve DFMA.
• Perform tolerance stack-up analyses.

Skills

Siemens NX

NX Tooling

Security clearance

Communication

Mentoring

Manufacturability

Military hardware

Education

High school or trade school

Tools

UG NX CAD Tool

Job description

Sr Mechanical Designer

Description

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!

Job Summary

Textron has need for a full-time Mechanical Engineering Specialist with a minimum of 10 years of experience in mechanical and specialized tooling/handling equipment design. The candidate should be comfortable as a cognizant designer of mechanical systems for military applications. The candidate should be familiar with manufacturing environments and understand the tooling and equipment needed to aid fabrication and assembly. The candidate should also be well versed in Siemens NX CAD design software and understand geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).

Job Description

• Generate high quality 2D and 3D CAD files in NX
• Prepare and update detail design drawings, assembly drawings, Indented Parts Lists primarily for military applications.
• Applies the following in the creation of technical data packages: ANSI Y14.5 dimensioning and tolerancing, military standards and specifications, manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams to research, analyze and implement design solutions with attention to design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA).
• Perform tolerance stack-up analysis calculations.

Qualifications

Skills and Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills using Siemens NX (version 10.0 or greater) required preferred.
• High school, trade school or higher, previous training or experience using UG NX CAD Tool
• Ability to obtain a Secret security clearance
• Good communication skills
• Ability to mentor/train junior level personnel
• Familiarity with machine shop practices related to manufacturability is preferred.
• Familiarity with military hardware and fasteners is preferred.

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-Utah-Hill AFB
Job Function: Engineering
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Experienced
Shift: Compressed Work Week (9x80)
Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time
Job Posting: 10/13/2026, 7:54:23 AM
Job Number: 345581