Internship - Quality Test Engineering - Lutz, FL

2027 Internship
- Quality Test Engineering
- Lutz, FL Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Quality Engineer Intern supports the Quality Management System (QMS) and product quality assurance activities for commercial and defense flight simulation training devices. This role is adapted from the Test Engineer function but focused on quality oversight, audit support, test verification, and data integrity, rather than test execution. The intern contributes to ensuring simulators meet:

• ISO 9001 QMS requirements

• FAA Part 60 / EASA CS-FSTD qualification expectations

• Customer and program requirements

The QE Intern works under supervision while gaining exposure to verification & validation (V&V), acceptance testing, discrepancy management, and audit processes.

• Support development and review of:

• Quality Requirements

• Quality Assurance Plans (QAP)

• Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) and Operational Test Methods (OTM)

• Assist in reviewing:

• Performance specifications

• Test procedures for completeness and quality compliance

• Support:

• Test planning meetings

• Program reviews and quality readiness activities

• Help ensure alignment between requirements, verification and validation methods, and acceptance criteria

• Support execution of test activities by:

• Assisting with test setup and documentation

• Observing simulator acceptance testing and qualification events

• Verifying that procedures are followed correctly

• Assist with:

• Data collection and verification of configuration baselines

• Basic analysis of test results against expected criteria

• Document:

• Discrepancies and nonconformances during testing

• Support generation of:

• Test report and summaries

• Assist with:

• Root cause analysis (RCA)

• Tracking and closure of discrepancy reports (DRs/NCRs)

• Support:

• Failure investigations

• Data-driven quality improvements

• Participate in:

• Process improvement initiatives

• Procedure and workflow updates

• Help analyze:

• Trends in defects, test failures, or recurring issues

• Support internal audits of:

• Design processes

• Test execution processes

• Manufacturing/integration activities

• Assist in:

• Collecting objective evidence

• Verifying document control

• Supporting CPAR tracking and closure

• Help ensure:

• Traceability between requirements, tests, and results

• Work with:

• Test Engineers

• Software/Systems Engineers

• Manufacturing and Integration teams

• Support coordination across:

• Program execution

• Test and acceptance readiness

• Quality reviews

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in:

• Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems, or Industrial Engineering

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Proficiency in:
Microsoft Excel, Word, Co-Pilot and basic data analysis methods

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.

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.

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.

• 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, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. 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.

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. We…