Mechanical Designer
Leonardo DRS
Danbury, CT · Posted November 12, 2026
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About the job
Job ID: 115477
The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world.
Job Summary
The Mechanical Designer will support the department by creating moderately complex mechanical/electrical/electronic designs for new product parts, subassemblies, assemblies, or systems configurations using PTC CREO CAD in a Windchill PLM environment; compile Bills of Materials; support the assembly of prototypes.
Job Responsibilities
Create moderately complex mechanical, electrical, or electronic designs using CAD or manual drafting methods; prepare Bills of Materials and support prototype assembly.
Develop detailed drawings, specifications, and Engineering Change Order documentation, ensuring compliance with quality and cost requirements.
Support prototype testing, perform basic engineering calculations, evaluate fit and interference, and collaborate with engineers to resolve issues and update designs.
Assist less-experienced drafters with work priorities, technical guidance, and accuracy reviews.
Maintain CAD equipment per manufacturer guidelines, including preventive maintenance and repair coordination.
Contribute to team objectives through cooperation and adherence to company policies and procedures.
Support the checking of other designs and supplier variance requests.
Qualifications
Associate’s degree or its equivalent and 4+ years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Experience with CREO CAD
U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
The salary range for this position is $75,956/year- $108,617. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.