2027 Internship Aftermarket Modifications Engineer

Textron; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid stipend

Mentorship

Hands-on projects

401(k) vesting

Job summary

Textron Aviation seeks a 2027 Internship in Aftermarket Modifications – Engineer to support FAA certification across propeller and jet aircraft models. You will create modification documentation, drawings, and wiring diagrams, interfacing with service teams to ensure customer needs and certification requirements are met.

The role offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and development opportunities, with a 10-week, paid internship onsite in Wichita, KS.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interface with customers and service personnel to meet certification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Interface with Customer Service and Service Center personnel.
• Review modification requests and engineering requirements to ensure certification compliance.
• Develop detailed modification installation procedures.
• Create installation drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Utilize CATIA, Capital, and other software to define modification details.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Professional demeanor

Analytical and problem solving

Knowledge of electrical or mechanical

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

Capital

Job description

2027 Internship - Aftermarket Modifications - Engineer

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.

JOB SUMMARY:

Create modification engineering documentation including detailed installation drawings, wiring diagrams and modification instructions in support of FAA certification for all Textron Aviation Propeller and Jet aircraft models.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interface with Customer Service and Service Center personnel.
• Review customer modification requests, aircraft configuration and engineering requirements to ensure modification meets customer needs and certification requirements.
• Development of detailed modification installation procedures.
• Development of installation drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Utilization of CATIA, Capital and other software to define modification details.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Professional and diplomatic demeanor
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge in Electrical or Mechanical installations, and other related topics

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.

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.

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.

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: Engineering Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Internship / Co-Op Shift: First Shift Job Posting: 08/31/2026, 10:00:00 PM Job Number: 342164