Fall CoOp Design Engineer Sustaining

Textron; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Hands-on projects

401(k) vesting credit

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Textron Aviation is offering a Fall Co-Op in Design Engineering (Sustaining) in Wichita, KS. You'll assist with developing, planning, organizing and conducting complex design assignments on Textron Aviation aircraft, operating across disciplines such as design, analysis, electrical and avionics.

You will collaborate with engineering teams on new product and sustaining designs, participate in reviews, and gain hands-on experience through real projects with mentors guiding your growth.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing, planning, organizing and conducting complex design assignments across disciplines (design, analysis, electrical, avionics).
• Coordinate with other engineering and technical groups to develop, implement, monitor and status assignments.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Adaptability

Creative Thinking

Professionalism

Education

Aerospace Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Job description

Fall Co-Op - Design Engineer (Sustaining)

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:

Assist with developing, planning, organizing and conducting complex design assignments on Textron Aviation aircraft. Candidate will operate in one or more functional disciplines such as design, analysis, electrical, avionics, etc.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform duties in support of new product and sustaining designs
• Coordinate with other Engineering and technical groups to develop, implement, monitor, and status assignments

Qualifications

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in:

• Aerospace Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to work in a quick-paced environment where priorities change frequently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to clearly communicate technical details to others outside of specialty area
• Creative thinker
• Action oriented and seizes opportunities
• 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.

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.

Benefits

• 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