2027 Internship - Interior Structures

Textron; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 3,857,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prepaid stipend

Mentorship program

Hands-on projects

401(k) vesting credit

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Wichita, KS offers a 10-week Summer Internship in Interior Structures. You will analyze and optimize aircraft interior structures, perform stress analyses, dynamic testing, and contribute to certification documents for regulatory compliance.

Work alongside experienced engineers onsite from late May to August, gain hands-on project experience, and receive mentorship and a prepaid stipend.

Qualifications

• Pursuing ABET-accredited Bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Strong hands-on stress analysis and finite element method experience.
• Experience with NASTRAN, Femap, or similar static analysis software; LS-DYNA is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to coordinate with multiple engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed stress analysis on interior structures and seating systems.
• Conduct dynamic and static testing on interior components.
• Coordinate with Interior Design teams for structurally optimal designs.
• Review and approve drawings per engineering specs and regulations.
• Assist with FAA certification activities and prepare related reports.

Skills

Stress analysis

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team coordination

Education

Aerospace Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Other related engineering

Tools

NASTRAN

Femap

LS-DYNA

CATIA V6

MS Office

Job description

2027 Internship - Interior Structures

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:

Analyze and optimize aircraft interior structures and seating systems to meet cabin crashworthiness requirements, will create technical certification documents to comply with regulatory requirements, and are encouraged to have innovative ideas and solutions. Tasks include work in advance design, new product development, special customer requests, refurbishments, special missions, field issues/customer support, and product improvement projects.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Detailed stress analysis on composite and metal seating systems, interior structures, and fuselage attachments using classical hand analysis and Finite Element Modeling, including advanced dynamic analysis techniques.

• Conduct dynamic and static testing on interior structures and components.

• Coordinate and communicate with Interior Design teams to ensure structurally optimal designs

• Review and approve technical design drawings to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and regulations.

• Assist with FAA certification activities; report writing for test plans, test results, analysis reports, and compliance certification reports

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

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• Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree from an ABET accredited institution in:

• Aerospace Engineering

• Mechanical Engineer

• Other related engineering field

EXPERIENCE:

• Self-starter with good verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to develop good working relations by coordination, communication, and issue resolution with other engineering disciplines.

• Experience in hand stress analysis and finite element modeling.

• Experience using NASTRAN, Femap or a static analysis software.

• Experience in using LS-Dyna or a dynamic analysis software is preferred.

• Experience with computer based drafting tools (Catia V6) is preferred.

• Strong computer skills with MS Office Suite are required.

• Technical report writing skills to prepare test plans, test results, structural analysis substantiations and regulatory compliance reports.

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.

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: 09/01/2026, 1:00:00 AM
Job Number: 342211