SkillBridge Military Intern - Aircraft Assembler

SkillBridge Military Intern /- Aircraft Assembler Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands/. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight/. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you'll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career/. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members - now and in the future, beginning day one/. Your success is our success/. Description Job Title: SkillBridge/-Aircraft Assembly Intern What you'll be doing as a SkillBridge/-Aircraft Assembly Intern: In this role, you will undergo an eight /(8/) to twelve /(12/) week comprehensive training period to develop the skills necessary for assembling and installing various mechanical, structural, and hydraulic components on aircraft/. Working with a range of materials including metals and composites, you will be equipped to handle major components and make necessary adjustments to ensure quality standards are met/. After completing the training program, and if offered a job in this arena, you will apply these skills daily in your new job/. Join our team and take your career to new heights/. The responsibilities for which you will be trained may include /(but are not limited to/): Assembly Operations : Perform tasks such as cutting, drilling, riveting, and fitting to complete assemblies and wing buildups, ensuring precise alignment of multiple parts Adhesive Application : Apply sealing, bonding agents, and other liquid adhesives according to specifications to ensure secure and durable assemblies Tool Utilization : Use a variety of power and hand tools, including aircraft mechanic tools, electric and pneumatic drills, and measuring instruments like calipers, micrometers, and tension meters Precision Work : Conduct precise operations in closed bays, such as drilling, reaming, shooting/bucking fasteners, and installing hi/-locks Assembly Handling : Load and unload completed assemblies, while carefully handling the valuable components Qualifications EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE: Currently active/-duty military and with command approval to participate in DoD's SkillBridge program Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification/. What you need to be successful * Willingness to learn new skill sets * Basic mechanical skills, familiarity with tools preferred/. * Experience with general automotive repairs, service or mechanical projectsis helpful * Ability to work in areas exposed to dust, dirt, and loud noises Kansas Tax Credit: Join Textron Aviation's Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years/. Visit for more information on the tax credit/. 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/. Preference given to Veterans of the U/. S/. Armed Forces/. Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita Job Function: Program Management Schedule: Full-time Job Level: Individual Contributor Job Type: Internship / Co-Op Shift: First Shift Travel: No Relocation: Unavailable Job Posting: 11/26/2025, 4:50:15 PM Job Number: 337720

Created: 2026-04-02