Job Description

2026 Internship - Industrial Engineer

Job Summary: In this position, interns will utilize and develop their basic knowledge of data/metric analysis with a strategic drive to create customer value through process improvements, cost reduction, and product improvement. This opportunity enables an individual to grow and innovate while being able to experience a cross-functional work environment and implement new technologies in building world-class aircraft.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist with providing timely and relevant metrics to Plant Managers and Director
• Active participation in identifying production flow issues stemming from work sequencing, task/line balancing, tooling/equipment constraints, and manpower allocation/training
• Assist with creation and automated delivery of KPIs such as Efficiency, DCI & Overtime
• Application of standard hours through use of appropriate models, tools, and methods to assure time standards are appropriately applied to produce new parts/assemblies
• Analyze and makes recommendations regarding production facility arrangements for improvements to production capacity, manufacturing flow, new model incorporation, and strategic work transitions
• Analyze and solve production flow issues stemming from sequence of work, balance of tasks, tooling/equipment constraints, and manpower allocation/training
• Gather, analyze, and summarize production process data for their use in valuing and prioritizing process continuous improvement opportunities
• Assist with work center configuration settings for SAP Capacity Planning
• Assist in the preparation of cost development model
• Value stream mapping, network mapping, and associated gap analysis
• Implement methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment, and purchase of equipment

Qualifications

Education: Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in one of the following:

• Manufacturing Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Manufacturing Engineering Technology (MET)
• Mechanical Engineering
• Robotics Technology
• Other related fields

Experience:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Collaborates and easily gets along in team-based environments
• Action-oriented and ability to shift processes and priorities quickly
• Excellent organizational skills
• Computer 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. 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.

Recruiting Timeline: Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2025. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit.

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: Manufacturing

Schedule: Full-time

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Job Type: Internship / Co-Op

Shift: First Shift

Job Posting: 09/01/2025, 1:01:00 AM

Job Number: 333177

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