2027 Internship - Avionics and Electrical Systems Engineer

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 valuable engineering experience in the area of design requirements including capture, design, validation,

troubleshooting, and certification of aircraft avionic and electrical systems. Assist in the development and evaluation of

crucial systems on Textron Aviation Products.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare engineering drawings for avionics and electrical system interface wiring using computer based drafting tools
  (CATIA/CCD and/or Siemens Capital).
• Utilize electronic test equipment to verify avionics and electrical systems meet design requirements, and/or for system
  troubleshooting in the lab and on aircraft.
• Assist in preparing engineering trade studies, functional test procedures, certification plans, ground and flight test plans,
  certification reports, and other engineering documents.
• Write technical descriptions of subject matter pertinent to design or test requirements. Includes descriptions of supplier
  parts, test or rigging specifications, etc.
• Assist with the evaluation and analysis of avionics and electrical system design for completion of function hazard
  assessments and system safety assessments.

EDUCATION:

Prefer completion of 60 hours while currently enrolled in Bachelor of Science in Engineering (Electrical, Computer, or Technology).

Minor or relevant coursework in Technical Writing, Business Administration, or Computer Programming is beneficial

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience with electronic test equipment preferred
• Electronic drafting experience with CATIA-CADAM Drafting (CCD) and/or Siemens Capital preferred
• C/C++ and assembly programming experience or coursework preferred
• Experience with CATIA V5 and VPM preferred

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.

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.

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.