SkillBridge Military Intern - Aircraft Assembler

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
  
  

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 projects is helpful
•         Ability to work in areas exposed to dust, dirt, and loud noises
  
  

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.

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 https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.

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 Field

Program Management

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Internship / Co-Op

Shift

First Shift

Travel

No

Relocation

Unavailable

Worksite

Onsite

Job Posting

11/26/2025, 8:50:15 AM