2027 Internship - Electronics Development Engineer

Socket.dev; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prepaid stipend

Mentorship

Hands-on projects

Training opportunities

401(k) vesting

Job summary

Textron Aviation offers a summer internship focused on developing electronic modules for aircraft systems. You'll design PCBs, test using lab equipment, and help certify new or modified avionics hardware.

Ideal candidates are pursuing electrical/computer engineering degrees, with interest in Altium, VHDL, and SPICE, and strong communication skills. On-site work and mentorship are provided for 10 weeks during late May to August.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong foundation in electrical engineering concepts and circuit theory.
• Experience with lab equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development, design, testing and certification docs for PCB modules.
• Use electrical test equipment to test and troubleshoot avionics/electrical modules or systems.
• Validate circuit designs using SPICE software.
• Design PCB layouts using Altium design software.
• Modify and maintain Programmable Logic Devices with VHDL.
• Prepare engineering certification reports documenting requirements.

Skills

Electronic testing equipment

Strong computer skills

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Professional and diplomatic demeanor

Education

Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Engineering Technology

Minor in Technical Writing beneficial

Tools

Altium Designer

VHDL

SPICE

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.

JOB SUMMARY:

Develop Electronic Modules utilized in the control and monitoring of various systems on‑board the aircraft. Tasks include circuit design, PC board layout, software design, verification and integration on Textron Aviation products.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with the development, design, testing and certification documentation for new or modified printed circuit board modules for aircraft


• Apply electrical engineering theory and the operation of electronic test equipment to functionally test and troubleshoot avionics/electrical modules or systems


• Assist with validation of electronic circuit design concepts using SPICE software


• Design printed circuit board layouts using Altium design software


• Utilize VHDL to modify and maintain Programmable Logic Devices


• Assist with preparation of engineering certification reports to document system designs that meet the requirements of certification authorities


• Assist with preparation of functional test documents to verify proper operation of electronic assemblies

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in:


• Electrical Engineering


• Computer Engineering


• Engineering Technology


• Minor in Technical Writing is beneficial

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with use of electronic test equipment


• Strong computer skills


• Time management skills to support multiple concurrent projects of various size and scope


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Professional and diplomatic demeanor

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.