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2026 Internship \- Defense and Special Missions Mechanical Systems Engineer

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for developing, planning, organizing, and conducting complex aircraft mechanical system design assignments for Textron Aviation aircraft\. These systems may include Environmental Control, Landing Gear/Brakes, Hydraulics, Ice Protection, and Flight Controls\.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Incorporate designs utilizing CATIA V5 design and drafting software

+ 3D model development in support of detail, assembly and installation drawings

+ Support build of prototypes of systems components for testing; set up and run laboratory simulations

+ Assist in the creation of test plans and reports

+ Create presentations to convey test results, design issues, or trade study recommendations

+ Communicate and coordinate with Engineering technical sections, Manufacturing, Tooling, Technical Publications, and other functional areas

+ Check Peer drawings, initiate the drawing routing process and support Space Reviews \(i\.e\. CATIA V5 Model Management/Interference Checks\)

+ Support build of production aircraft, which includes coordination with Manufacturing Engineering to support design interpretation and response to workmanship and producibility issues

+ Coordinate design modifications to experimental aircraft in support of testing and qualification

+ Support the investigation and response to customer aircraft and system component issues

Qualifications

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in:

+ Mechanical Engineering

+ Aerospace Engineering

+ Other related technical degree

QUALIFICATIONS:

+ Working knowledge of FAA and/or Military processes and procedures to support certification schedules is beneficial

+ Working knowledge of generic CAD design tool processes

+ Experience in CATIA V5 is preferred

+ Professional and diplomatic demeanor

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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\.

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

**Job Posting:** 10/29/2025, 9:00:55 AM

**Job Number:** 333529