Spring Co-Op - Supply Chain Management

Textron; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Wichita, KS offers an Intern in Supply Chain focused on inventory and procurement practices. You will help drive automation and efficiency across Direct, Indirect and Aftermarket, interfacing with production and suppliers to bring Textron Aviation products to market.

You will gain hands-on experience in material planning, data analysis, and process improvement, working on real projects with experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Operations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Action oriented and seizes opportunities.
• Computer proficiency including MS Office and CAD; SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with material planning requirements, issuing purchase orders for materials and components, expediting orders as needed, and verifying delivery dates.
• New process implementation and process improvement, involving developing procedures, completing problem analysis, etc.
• Manage inventory and reorder point of materials based on manufacturing schedules.
• Prepare reports and communications as requested.
• Perform system data analysis, maintenance, and clean-up.

Skills

Verbal & written comms

Analytical thinking

Time management

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor’s in Supply Chain or Operations

Tools

SAP

MS Office

CAD

Job description

OB SUMMARY

Interns in Supply Chain will work projects focusing on inventory and procurement practices, driving automation and efficiency into daily processes and procedures that support Direct, Indirect, and Aftermarket. The experience entails both production and supplier interface, and provides ample opportunities to work cross-functionally to efficiently and effectively bring Textron Aviation products to market.

JOB SUMMARY

Interns in Supply Chain will work projects focusing on inventory and procurement practices, driving automation and efficiency into daily processes and procedures that support Direct, Indirect, and Aftermarket. The experience entails both production and supplier interface, and provides ample opportunities to work cross-functionally to efficiently and effectively bring Textron Aviation products to market.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with material planning requirements, issuing purchase orders for materials and component s, expediting orders as needed, and verifying delivery dates
• New process implementation and process improvement, involving developing procedures, completing problem analysis, etc.
• Manage inventory and reorder point of materials based on manufacturing schedules
• Prepare reports and communications as requested
• Perform system data analysis, maintenance, and clean-up

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or Operations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Action oriented and seizes opportunities
• Effectively utilizes time and organizes priorities well
• SAP experience is a plusComputer Proficiency (MS Office, CAD, etc.)

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.

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.

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.

Recruiting Timeline

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. 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.

Primary Location

US-Kansas-Wichita

Job Field

Manufacturing

Schedule

Full‑time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Internship / Co‑Op

Shift

First Shift

Job Posting

10/12/2026, 1:00:00 AM