Internship - Quality Test Engineer-; TRU Simulation - Lutz, FL

2027 Internship - Quality Test Engineer

As an intern with Textron, you'll gain hands-on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You'll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways – working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.

The Quality Engineering (QE) intern is responsible for the generation of a strategic and daily plan to improve the quality of operational processes and production output. Major responsibilities include maintaining TRU Simulation Training's Quality Management System (QMS), quality metrics, and quality audits. This role is also tasked with identifying improved ways of issue reporting relating to the production process and assigning potential solutions.

Help maintain TRU QMS including QMS SharePoint site, calibration, internal quality audits, and ISO audit finding/responses

Assist in performing receiving inspection and non-conformity reporting (NCR)

Assist in testing, validation, and programming of core TRU parts (control system parts, Can Bus, PCB etc.)

Improve product quality by making recommendations for change

Work with relevant teams and departments to improve products

Help ensure products adhere to company and industry quality standards

Brainstorm ideas to create solutions for identified problems both internally with team and with other functions

Develop meaningful quality metrics in addition to FPY

Help in implementation of a working system to ensure conformity and accuracy in the production process

Pursuing a bachelor's degree

Interest in manufacturing and quality assurance environment required

Proficient in computer technology and systems operations

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Able to work efficiently in a team environment

Above average mathematical arithmetic 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.

This internship is more than a summer experience — offering mentorship, training, and meaningful, hands-on work that helps you build confidence, develop new skills, and take real steps toward your career goals. Our benefits include:

• Paid, full-time 10-week summer internship with a prepaid stipend
• Mentorship, training, and development opportunities
• Real project work and hands-on experience
• Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full-time employment
• Alternative work schedules at select locations

Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real-world solutions. Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

This role is eligible for up to a $15,000 (pre-tax) sign-on bonus based on level of experience. Terms & conditions apply. The Company reserves the right to amend or suspend this program at any time.

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.