Job Information
PDS Defense Textile Designer - Knitwear in Coventry, Rhode Island
Other Professional
Textile Designer - Knitwear Coventry, RI Posted: 4/15/2026
Job Description
Job ID#:
216729
Job Category:
Other Professional
Position Type:
Associate - W2
Shift:
1
PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Textile Designer - Knitwear, in Coventry, RI. Job ID#216729
Pay Rate: $30 - $40/hr
Job Description:
Response Technologies is seeking a Textile Designer with STOLL flat knitting experience to support the development of high-performance textile products. This role is ideal for a strong knitwear designer proficient in STOLL M1+ software, capable of building clean, production-ready knit programs, and comfortable working in a collaborative, technically oriented environment.
Key Responsibilities
Create and program knit structures using STOLL M1+ (M1plus)
Develop prototypes on STOLL flat knitting machines (CMS series preferred)
Translate product concepts into functional knit designs
Optimize knit structures for fit, durability, and manufacturability
Collaborate with engineering and production teams
Troubleshoot knit issues (yarn behavior, tension, defects)
Maintain organized libraries of knit programs and standards
Qualifications
5+ years of experience in knitwear design or knit programming
Hands-on experience with STOLL flat knitting machines
Proficiency in STOLL M1+ software
Strong understanding of yarns and knit structures
Ability to independently develop and refine knit programs
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in performance or technical textiles
Familiarity with ADF / rapid prototyping environments
Exposure to coated or laminated textile systems
Education Requirement
Minimum, HS Diploma. Bachelors Degree encouraged
Portfolio required
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.
Job Requirements
Minimum Security Clearance:
No Clearance
Military connected talent encouraged to apply.
VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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