2026 Computer-Aided Design Trainee - Hunt Valley, MD

Computer-Aided Design Trainee

Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands. These segments offer specialized products and services that fall into several capability areas: Air; Land; Sea; Propulsion; Weapon Systems; Electronic Systems; and Test, Training & Simulation. Drawing from our diverse teams of experts and harnessing the unlimited power of teamwork, we put tomorrow's technology in the world's hands today.

About This Role

Textron Systems is looking for a part time Associate Hardware Designer to support our uncrewed military product lines such as Aerosonde, Common Unmanned Surface Vessel, and Ripsaw. In this position you will be responsible for creating and checking technical content and data packages for various components, sub-assemblies and top-level assemblies, payloads, and support equipment. As an Associate Designer, you will receive tasks from Senior Designers and Engineers. Tasking will include development of electro-mechanical devices and equipment, working with engineers on the creation and checking of engineering documentation to support production and technical data packages (concepts, layouts, drawings, 3D models, parts lists, Engineering Change Notices, (ECN's), vendor parts, etc.) in compliance with Military, ASME, and Company standards and process guides. The applicant will be expected to quickly develop skills necessary for utilization of company tools (NX2026, Solidworks 2020, Matrix and JIRA). This position is a temporary role intended for individuals currently enrolled in a technical degree program or equivalent. The purpose of this role is to provide hands-on experience, practical skill development, and exposure to real-world projects while you complete your academic studies.

Responsibilities

• Creation of mechanical solid models from conceptual sketches, specification sheets and verbal direction
• Receive, create, and record JIRA tickets for tracking assignments
• Translation of engineering requirements to source and vendor control documentation
• Cataloging of vendor and supplier-controlled components, models, and specifications
• Release of specifications, drawings, and ECNs within the eMATRIX system
• Interface with Product engineers, Manufacturing engineers and Machinists to produce accurate product representations and incorporate design for manufacturability feedback
• Participate in design review meetings
• Perform tolerance calculations ("tolerance stacks") of detail parts and sub-assemblies
• Development of component and subassembly drawings to ASME Y14 standards, inclusive of all planforms, sectional and isometric views, notes and GD&T
• Generation of production drawings for multiple manufacturing methods; including machining, sheet metal forming and weldments
• Generation of electrical schematics and wiring diagrams from sketches, drawings, datasheets, and verbal direction
• Produce engineering Bills of Materials in the eMATRIX system in concert with product definition release
• Checking of drawings per company and ASME Y14 standards

Qualifications

Working on Associates Degree in Drafting and Design Technology, or equivalent preferred. Experience in a common solid modeling software package, with Siemen's NX preferred. Experience as a mechanical designer, with commercial or military aircraft hardware design and integration experience preferred. Ability to visualize components and assemblies in 3D. Knowledge of drafting principles. Familiarity with and ability to check drawings to ASME Y14 standards. Working knowledge and use of ASME Y14.5-2009 (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) applications and fundamentals. Proficiency with Microsoft Office products –Word, Excel, Outlook. Highly organized and efficient. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.

How We Care

At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. We promote an inclusive environment where we value individuality, differences and unique perspectives. 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.

Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy a compressed work week schedule that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 9/80, 4/10, 4/9/4. Paid Time Off: Enjoy over 6 weeks of total paid time off (PTO) that consist of 120 hours of vacation, 56 hours of illness/personal time, and 80 hours of holiday. Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in investing in the progress and growth of our employee's. Receive up to $10,000 for relevant graduate degrees per calendar year. Dress for Your Day: No day is the same, so we don't think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting, wear jeans for a casual day at the office or on the shop floor. Comprehensive Benefits Package: Choose plans that fit your lifestyle- 3 medical plans, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, additional life insurance coverage. Company paid benefits include basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability and employee assistance program. Comprehensive wellness incentive plan and annual fitness reimbursement program. Future Savings: Receive a company contribution to your 401k up to 9% of your salary! The earlier you start your career with us, the more you save. Employee Discounts: We provide a one-stop-shop for access to exclusive offers and deep discounts from over 30,000 merchants and millions of products such as Bose, Apple, FitBit, HP, AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, travel discounts, etc. Many More Benefits: Textron Systems offers additional benefits such as service awards, cell phone retail discounts, travel and gym membership discounts, emergency travel assistance, home and auto discounts, adoption assistance and more!

Templates for Your Application

We aim to make sure all candidates are considered on an equal basis. To ensure your application accurately represents your skills and background, we encourage you to view a sample template resume and application tips located here.

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 $26 - $26 per hour.

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. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements, including US Citizenship, for access to classified information.