2027 Intern Autonomy Engineer Air Systems Hunt Valley MD

Textron; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship stipend

Mentorship program

Hands-on project work

Flexible schedules at select locations

Job summary

Textron Systems invites an Autonomy Engineer intern to contribute to electrical design concepts for land systems. You will work under lead engineers, creating CAD drawings and performing simulations, with hands-on testing support. This role is ideal for an Electrical Engineering student seeking practical, real-world experience in a defense-focused environment.

The internship offers mentorship, structured training, and exposure to major Textron brands. Eligible candidates must be U.S.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Proficiency in CAD software and MS Office programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week and pursue U.S. citizenship with ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Work with design teams on electrical concepts for Land Systems products.
• Assist lead electrical engineers and contribute to CAD drawings.
• Conduct research and trade studies, perform calculations and simulations.
• Support testing, troubleshooting, and vehicle production builds.

Skills

CAD modeling

MS Office

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (Bachelor's or Master's)

Tools

AutoCad

SolidWorks

Job description

2027 Intern - Autonomy Engineer (Air Systems) - Hunt Valley, MD

Description

As an intern with Textron, you'll gain hands‑on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You'll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways - working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.

Why This Internship

As an intern with Textron, you'll gain hands‑on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You'll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways - working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.

Who We Are

Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands: Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming Engines and ATAC. 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. We tap into these capabilities to deliver exceptional solutions, including product development and manufacturing, training, operations and support.

All efforts are backed by the strength of our parent company - Textron Inc. - which includes prominent brands such as Bell, Cessna and Beechcraft. 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.

Learn more about our products and history at TextronSystems.com.

About This Role

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Work with teams and products that directly support our service men and women who engage in combat operations around the world.
• As an integral member of the design team, you'll work under the supervision of lead electrical engineers and focus on Land Systems products
• Performing research and trade studies
• Developing electrical design concepts
• Generating Technical Data Packages such as drawings using CAD
• Conducting performance calculations and simulations
• Hands‑on support of testing, troubleshooting and vehicle production build

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• A good working knowledge of CAD modeling using a major design software package (i.e., AutoCad, SolidWorks); computer skills to include proficiency in MS Office products including Word, Excel & PowerPoint, and excellent written/verbal communication.
• A minimum of two years of course work completed: Basic understanding of analog & digital circuits, common fabrication & assembly processes, AC/ DC power systems and power load calculations, computer architectures, electrical subassemblies and cable design, PCB design & embedded coding, debugging of electrical assemblies, test & engineering analysis reports, EO/IR systems, operation of multimeters & oscilloscopes, and engineering lab safety as required.
• 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.

Why You'll Love Interning at Textron

This internship is more than a summer experience - offering mentorship, training, and meaningful, hands‑on work that helps you build confidence, develop new skills, and take real steps toward your career goals.

Our benefits include:

• Paid, full-time 10-week summer internship with a prepaid stipend
• Mentorship, training, and development opportunities
• Real project work and hands‑on experience
• Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full-time employment
• Alternative work schedules at select locations

About Textron

Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real‑world solutions.

Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

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

$28 - $32 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.

Recruiting Company: Textron Systems Primary Location: US-Maryland-Hunt Valley Job Function: Engineering Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Internship / Co-Op Shift: First Shift Job Posting: 08/31/2026, 9:00:00 PM Job Number: 342925