2026 Internship - Configuration Analyst

2026 Internship - Configuration Analyst

Description

JOB SUMMARY :

Responsible for establishing and maintaining procedures for requesting configuration changes. Monitors configuration changes and measures results including reduction in time to build, program cost reduction and quality improvement.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

Assists with establishing and maintaining procedure for requesting configuration changes.

Confers with functional areas to fully understand and evaluate configuration change requests.

Analyzes proposed design changes and exhibits to prepare report of effect on overall product for management action. Analysis to include / impact upon customer satisfaction, safety, quality, and manufacturability.

Reviews proposed changes and coordinates with Finance to determine program cost impact of proposed change.

Prioritizes change requests to achieve program operating metrics. Tracks and reports on impact of approved configuration changes on overall program performance.

Makes recommendations to program management regarding cost saving and profitability improvement opportunities.

Interfaces with ISC configuration management team to incorporate appropriate changes.

Qualifications

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering, Aviation, or other related field.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Professional and diplomatic demeanor

Ability to work within a team environment

Strong sense of accountability and integrity

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Time management skills to support multiple concurrent projects

Ability to deal with change and work in a dynamic environment

Proficient in Microsoft Office

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.

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.

Recruiting Timeline : Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2025. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit.

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.

Recruiting Company : Textron Aviation

Primary Location : US-Kansas-Wichita

Job Function : Engineering

Schedule : Full-time

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Job Type : Internship / Co-Op

Shift : First Shift

Job Posting : 08 / 31 / 2025, 10 : 01 : 00 PM

Job Number : 333573