2027 Intern - Quality Engineer (Lycoming) - Williamsport, PA

Lycoming Engines; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Training & development

Hands-on project work

401(k) vesting credit

Alternative schedules

Job summary

Lycoming Engines, a Textron Systems company, offers a hands-on internship in quality engineering where you’ll engage in real projects and mentored development. You will assist in quality planning, inspections, and process improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role targets students pursuing or having completed an Engineering degree, with exposure to statistics and strong communication skills. This is a full-time internship at Lycoming Engines in Williamsport, PA.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of statistical techniques and applications
• Ability to organize and prioritize assigned tasks
• Effective written and oral communication skills, good interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Performing quality planning activities including development of Quality Plan, Quality Assurance Directive and Inspection Plan documents as required by the assigned project(s).
• Reviewing customer contracts; responsible for requirements analysis, identification and definition
• Interfaces with Supplier Quality Engineering to provide guidance and support for supplier issues
• Uses knowledge of inspection tools and techniques to define inspection requirements
• Participates in process improvement activities through monitoring, root cause investigations, auditing, failure analysis
• Participates in design document reviews and assists in developing fabrication/build processes and standards
• Interfaces with internal organizations and systems in performance of the assigned Quality Engineering functions.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

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

We are Lycoming Engines, best known as a world leader in aircraft engines. Here at Lycoming Engines, we produce four-, six-, and eight‑cylinder aircraft engines that power 60% of the world’s general aviation fleet. For nearly 100 years, we have earned a reputation for reliability and flexibility with our extensive range of aircraft engines trusted by pilots, owners, and general aviation enthusiasts. Lycoming Engines takes great pride in being the only U.S. owned and operated aviation piston engine manufacturer, and we build every engine as though we were going to fly it ourselves. 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 Lycoming.comandTextronSystems.com.

About This Role

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Performing quality planning activities including development of Quality Plan, Quality Assurance Directive and Inspection Plan documents as required by the assigned project(s).
• Reviewing customer contracts; responsible for requirements analysis, identification and definition
• Interfaces with Supplier Quality Engineering to provide guidance and support for supplier issues
• Uses knowledge of inspection tools and techniques to define inspection requirements
• Participates in process improvement activities through monitoring, root cause investigations, auditing, failure analysis
• Participates in design document reviews and assists in developing fabrication/build processes and standards
• Interfaces with internal organizations and systems in performance of the assigned Quality Engineering functions.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or have completed a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and applications
• Ability to organize and prioritize assigned tasks
• Effective written and oral communication skills, good interpersonal skills

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.

Classified Information Statement

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: Lycoming Engines

Primary Location

US-Pennsylvania-Williamsport

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Internship / Co‑Op

Shift

First Shift

Job Posting

09/01/2026, 12:00:00 AM