2027 Intern - Weld Engineer (Marine) - New Orleans, LA(
342647)
Why This Internship 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. Who We Are Textron Systems serves defense and commercial customers with the combined expertise of its family of brands: Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming Engines and ATAC. These segments offer specialized products and services that fall into several capability areas: Air; Land; Sea; Propulsion; Weapon Systems; Electronic Systems; and Test, Training & Simulation. We tap into these capabilities to deliver exceptional solutions, including product development and manufacturing, training, operations and support. All efforts are backed by the strength of our parent company — Textron Inc. — which includes prominent brands such as Bell, Cessna and Beechcraft. Drawing from our diverse teams of experts and harnessing the unlimited power of teamwork, we put tomorrow’s technology in the world’s hands today. Learn more about our products and history at TextronSystems.com. Job DescriptionA Welding Engineer develops, manages, recommends, and coordinates the implementation of a sound welding program and processes through improved weld processes, design specification review, techniques, inspections, and safety procedures. Responsibilities: Establish and document welding processes in accordance with national and military standards and/or specifications. Review welding procedures, processes, and documentation. Develops and executes weld qualification procedures. Creates, submits, and manages WPS(s). Works with management to identify problems and recommend resolutions of welding processes, issues and concerns. Directly interface with the product design engineering team to ensure design for process and manufacturing requirements are addressed and met. Assist and support manufacturing, other support groups, and training center as it relates to weld processes, weld related defects (to include the assistance with repair/rework dispositions to address defects), weld sequencing, and any other weld related needs. Keep abreast of state-of-the-art welding technologies and safety procedures used throughout the industry. Performs all other job-related duties as assigned by management.
Education Requirements: Pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Welding, Manufacturing, Metallurgy, or Industrial Engineering. Position Requirements: Demonstrated technical knowledge of material reactions during welding or other manufacturing process is desirable. Demonstrated or proven individual contributor and team player within a mid-size organization. Ability to work independently and closely with a diverse group of people in a team environment. Knowledge of software programs such as AutoCAD, ProE, SolidWorks, Project, MS Word, Outlook and Excel. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated problem identification or analytical resolution skills using statistical comprehension methods. Ability to interface effectively and efficiently with peers, employees, and management within and across the organization. Why You’ll Love Interning at Textron 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 About Textron 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.
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Recruiting Company: Textron Systems
: US-Louisiana-New Orleans
: Manufacturing
: Full-time
: Individual Contributor
: Internship / Co-Op
: First Shift
: 10/01/2026, 10:31:55 PM
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. For more information, visit: www.textron.com.
