2027 Internship - Software Engineer - Avionics and Systems (TRU Simulation - Lutz, FL)

Socket.dev; Lutz (FL); On-site; USD 11,021,000 - 16,531,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Training

Hands-on project work

401(k) vesting

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Textron Aviation offers a software engineering internship to gain hands-on experience in flight simulator software development, testing, and documentation. You will collaborate with engineers across disciplines, participate in design reviews, and contribute to projects with measurable business impact.

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science is required.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional and diplomatic demeanor.
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to deal with change and work in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, integrate, test, and document flight simulator software.
• Work closely with engineers of varying disciplines to meet project requirements.
• Participate in engineering design reviews.
• Perform hardware/software integration & testing on flight simulator training devices.
• Provide engineering staff with recommendations for software/hardware enhancements.
• Work on projects that have a measurable impact on our business.
• Research and analyze data, such as customer design proposals, specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design or application.

Skills

Communication skills

Diplomacy

Accountability

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering/Physics/Computer Engineering/Computer Science

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:

Gain a technical foundation, acquire leadership skills, project management experience, and cross‑functional process knowledge. The Software Engineer Internship will assist with the development, auditing, and documentation of key processes and workflows

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design, develop, integrate, test, and document flight simulator software
• Work closely with engineers of varying disciplines to meet project requirements
• Participate in engineering design reviews
• Perform hardware/software integration & testing on flight simulator training devices
• Provide engineering staff with recommendations for software/hardware enhancements
• Work on projects that have a measurable impact on our business
• Research and analyze data, such as customer design proposal,specifications, and manuals to determine feasibility of design orapplication

EDUCATION:

• Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Professional and diplomatic demeanor
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity
• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Ability to deal with change and work in a dynamic environment

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.

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.

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.

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.