2027 Internship - Defense and Special Missions AES Engineer

Textron; Wichita (KS); Vor Ort; USD 28.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Stipend

Mentorship

Hands-on projects

401(k) vesting credit

Alternative schedules

Zusammenfassung

Textron Aviation Internship in Wichita offers hands-on engineering experience in avionics and electrical systems, with real projects and mentorship from experienced professionals to help prepare for a successful career.

Summer internships are 10 weeks, typically 40 hours per week, with onsite work requirements and exposure to qualification and certification processes. This role is ideal for students pursuing related engineering degrees.

Qualifikationen

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields.
• Strong communication and analytical abilities are essential.
• Experience with electronic test equipment is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Prepare engineering drawings for avionics and electrical systems using CAD tools.
• Use electronic test equipment to verify systems meet design requirements.
• Prepare certification plans and test procedures.
• Write technical descriptions related to design or test requirements.
• Evaluate and analyze avionics and electrical system designs.

Kenntnisse

Communication

Analytical skills

Test equipment

Siemens Capital drafting

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree In Electrical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Engineering Technology

Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Siemens Capital

Mentor Graphics

Jobbeschreibung

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.

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.

Job Summary

Candidates in this role will gain valuable engineering experience in the area of aircraft avionics and electrical systems including requirements capture, design, validation, troubleshooting, and qualification/certification. Working with managers and key players in Engineering, Candidates will assist in the development of crucial systems on Textron Aviation Defense and Special Missions products.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering drawings for avionics and electrical systems including but not limited to interface wiring diagrams and harness assemblies using computer based drafting tools (Siemens Capital/Mentor Graphics)
• Utilize electronic test equipment to verify avionics and electrical systems meet design requirements, and/or for system troubleshooting in the lab and/or on aircraft
• Prepare engineering trade studies, functional test procedures, certification plans, ground and flight test plans, certification reports, and other engineering documents
• Write technical descriptions of subject matter pertinent to design or test requirements
• Evaluation and analysis of avionics and electrical system designs

Education

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree In
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Engineering Technology
• Aerospace Engineering

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Experience with electronic test equipment preferred but not required
• Electronic drafting experience with Siemens Capital preferred but not required

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.

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.

AI Readiness

Textron expects employees to use AI-enabled tools responsibly and effectively. Candidates should be comfortable learning and applying these tools, evaluating AI-generated output with sound judgment, and using AI in line with company policy and ethical standards. Prior experience with specific tools is not required — we value curiosity, adaptability, and good judgment.

Recruiting Timeline

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. 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: Engineering

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Internship / Co-Op

Shift: First Shift

Job Posting: 10/26/2026, 1:25:13 PM

Job Number: 342186