About the role#
This is a full-time internship for Summer 2027. You will work alongside experienced professionals on real projects to build your skills and gain hands-on experience in manufacturing engineering.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with the engineering team on production tooling, build-plan methodology, and design criteria.
- Analyze engineering designs to determine the manufacturability of components and assemblies.
- Define manufacturing processes, tooling methodology, and time standards for new parts.
- Write and maintain process plans and work instructions for the shop floor.
- Develop learning curve and hour projections for new programs.
- Oversee the creation of the manufacturing Bill of Material (MBOM).
- Provide technical guidance to drive Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) on production issues.
- Analyze engineering drawings, operation sequences, and process specifications.
- Ensure all work remains in compliance with relevant regulations.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit or completion of a bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple priorities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience with the Microsoft Office suite.
- Ability to obtain a security clearance.
Location & details#
- Location: Slidell, Louisiana.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid internship.
About Textron
Textron is a multi-industry company based in Providence, Rhode Island. Founded in 1923, the firm operates across the aviation, defense, industrial, and finance sectors. It maintains a global network and manages several brands including Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, and Lycoming. The company employs more than 10,000 people.
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