2026 Internship - Engineering Production Support (Independence, KS)

Textron • Independence, MO

33d • Onsite

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: Interns will perform Quality System data analysis and assist MRB Engineers in evaluation of nonconformance to type design. This includes data analysis to evaluate frequent part rejections, create correction plans, and define department performance. Additional duties may include nonconformance evaluation and development of repair instructions on production aircraft. This position provides in-depth experience with other Engineering teams, Quality Assurance, Operations, and Project teams. MRB Engineering is the operational function.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor of Science or higher degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related field
• Professional and diplomatic demeanor
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Time management skills to support multiple concurrent projects
• Ability to deal with change and work in a dynamic environment
• Proficient in use of standard Microsoft Office and CATIA
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Quality System data to improve in-production aircraft
• Manage data to describe department performance
• Review part/assembly nonconformance rejections and determine action using basic stress analysis and other appropriate analysis
• Develop and write engineering disposition repair instructions
• Coordinate within Engineering Production Support, Supply Chain, and other technical groups to support the team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees