Textron
2026 Internship - Manufacturing Engineer
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Textron Aviation is looking for an intern to use and develop their manufacturing and industrial knowledge. Our interns are highly motivated with great communication skills that contribute to aircraft build plans, production tooling, and manufacturing processes for components and assemblies.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
A Manufacturing Engineer Intern may work projects, including but not limited to: redesigning tooling to improve operators' work environment, automating processes, improving facility layouts for product flow, creating reference documents and standard practices, implementing quality improvements, and exploring new equipment and software. There will be exposure to work in a wide variety of disciplines such as lean manufacturing, electrical, computer science, aircraft environmental systems, structures, and robotics.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in:
Manufacturing Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET)
Mechanical Engineering
Robotics Technology
Other related fields
QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Collaborates and easily gets along in team-based environments
Strong mechanical aptitude
Excellent organizational skills
Computer Proficiency (MS Office, CAD, etc.)
Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. for Textron Aviation at the time of making application, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors who will need employment sponsorship.
Summer internships are 40 hours per week typically from late-May to early-August lasting 10 weeks.Candidates must be able to work onsite for the entirety of the internship program unless approved otherwise by the hiring manager.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws.? If a position requires access to information controlled under U.S. regulations applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.?
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Recruiting Timeline:
Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2025. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit.
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 Aviation
Primary Location:
US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function:
Manufacturing
Schedule:
Full-time
Job Level:
Individual Contributor
Job Type:
Internship / Co-Op
Shift:
First Shift
Job Posting:
09/01/2025, 5:01:00 AM
Job Number:
333170
Description
JOB SUMMARY:
Textron Aviation is looking for an intern to use and develop their manufacturing and industrial knowledge. Our interns are highly motivated with great communication skills that contribute to aircraft build plans, production tooling, and manufacturing processes for components and assemblies.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
A Manufacturing Engineer Intern may work projects, including but not limited to: redesigning tooling to improve operators' work environment, automating processes, improving facility layouts for product flow, creating reference documents and standard practices, implementing quality improvements, and exploring new equipment and software. There will be exposure to work in a wide variety of disciplines such as lean manufacturing, electrical, computer science, aircraft environmental systems, structures, and robotics.
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in:
Manufacturing Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET)
Mechanical Engineering
Robotics Technology
Other related fields
QUALIFICATIONS:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Collaborates and easily gets along in team-based environments
Strong mechanical aptitude
Excellent organizational skills
Computer Proficiency (MS Office, CAD, etc.)
Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. for Textron Aviation at the time of making application, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors who will need employment sponsorship.
Summer internships are 40 hours per week typically from late-May to early-August lasting 10 weeks.Candidates must be able to work onsite for the entirety of the internship program unless approved otherwise by the hiring manager.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws.? If a position requires access to information controlled under U.S. regulations applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.?
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
Recruiting Timeline:
Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2025. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit.
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 Aviation
Primary Location:
US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function:
Manufacturing
Schedule:
Full-time
Job Level:
Individual Contributor
Job Type:
Internship / Co-Op
Shift:
First Shift
Job Posting:
09/01/2025, 5:01:00 AM
Job Number:
333170