About the role#
As a Manufacturing Engineer Intern, you will work on real projects alongside experienced professionals. This internship provides hands-on experience in aviation and aerospace component manufacturing. You will build skills through mentorship and training during this 10-week summer program.
What you'll do#
- Build plans, production tooling, and manufacturing processes for components and assemblies.
- Redesign tooling to improve the work environment for operators.
- Analyze production layouts and processes to improve product flow.
- Create reference documents and standardized work for new or improved processes.
- Investigate quality concerns, make recommendations, and implement improvements.
- Explore new equipment and software to reduce scrap and downtime.
- Monitor and improve key supply chain metrics like PPM, line disruptions, and non-conforming material tickets.
- Develop standards and methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation.
- Evaluate processes to increase productivity and investigate methods to enhance products.
- Coordinate material and tooling availability with stakeholders.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and CAD software.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Mechanical aptitude and a drive to complete tasks.
Location & details#
- Location: Augusta, Georgia.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Paid, full-time internship.
- Modality: On-site.
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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