2026 Fall Co-Op - Mechanical Engineer (Crewed Land) - Slidell, LA

Textron • Slidell, LA

8h

About The Position

This role is in Textron System’s Land Systems - Crewed Land business area. In this role, you will be responsible for : As an integral member of the design team, you’ll work under the supervision of the mechanical engineer ing manager and focus on Land Systems products Performing research and trade studies. Developing mechanical design concepts. Creating and updating engineering drawings. Hands-on support of fabrication, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting. Design focus can consist of a combination of the following subsystems, depending on current needs\: Vehicle hull structure, powertrain, suspension, steering, seating, auxiliary systems, and/or special equipment. The ideal candidate should have a passion for vehicles and transformational systems technology, accompanied with exceptional communication skills, great attitude, be a result-oriented team player, and a great problem-solver.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Must be able to demonstrate a solid foundation in mechanical design principles.
• Ability to use computer-aided design tools is required; computer skills to include proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work 40 hours/week (This schedule is on a combination 5/8, 4/10, with every other Friday off!)
• This position requires an individual to be a U.S citizen with the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in 3D Computer-Aided Design (CAD) such as SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, or Pro-E preferred.
• Member of Baja SAE, Formula SAE, SAE Clean Snowmobile, or other vehicle related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performing research and trade studies.
• Developing mechanical design concepts.
• Creating and updating engineering drawings.
• Hands-on support of fabrication, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Design focus can consist of a combination of the following subsystems, depending on current needs\: Vehicle hull structure, powertrain, suspension, steering, seating, auxiliary systems, and/or special equipment.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy compressed work week schedule that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 5/8, 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays off work!
• 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.
• 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 and more!
• Career Development & Training Opportunities\: We believe our people are our number 1 asset. At Textron Systems, we offer shadowing opportunities, mentorship programs and both on-site and virtual formal training to help our team grow in their careers.
• Many More Benefits\: Textron Systems offers many additional benefits you can take advantage of as well!

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees