Join the Piper Team

 Piper’s worldwide headquarters is based in beautiful Vero Beach, FL., – located just a few miles from the Atlantic Coast. We are the largest private employer in Indian River County and offer exciting and enriching careers. We aim to be the best. So it’s only natural that we strive to recruit the best people in and to give you every opportunity to become even better. After all, ours is a company that never stands still. That’s why we provide a supportive team-working environment in which each individual’s needs are respected. No matter what role you’re in, you’ll help us make the most of our business. And we’ll help you make the most of your career. So, make Piper Aircraft your ultimate destination. Together, we’ll go further than you ever thought possible. 

COME SOAR WITH US!

Piper Aircraft is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law. Are you a current Piper Employee? If yes, click here.

Current openings:

Engineering Intern  (Full Time)
Department: All Openings, Engineering

*** Thank you for your interest in Piper Aircraft. Our application and selection process for the Summer Internship has concluded.

*** Please note that all resumes received will be considered for the Spring 2025 Internship Opportunity. ***

Job Description

Piper Aircraft, Inc. is a manufacturer of general aviation aircraft located at the Vero Beach Municipal Airport in Vero Beach, Florida. Realize your full potential in our dynamic and fast-paced environment where ideas, talents, and experiences are valued.

As a leader in the General Aviation industry, we are growing rapidly and have several exciting positions available right now, including an Engineering Intern in our Avionics, Electrical, and Software Engineering group.

 JOB SUMMARY

Join the Piper Aircraft team as an Intern and find out what it’s like to develop creative solutions that redefine the aircraft industry. As a world-renowned General Aviation leader, we offer a rewarding and valuable experience that will help prepare you for your future career. Internships with us are a hands-on, real-time work experience that contributes directly to the bottom line and brings you right into the heart of the aerospace industry.

 The Piper Aircraft Intern Program affords students the ability to:

• Learn and gain practical experience in a hands-on environment
• Work on projects and programs currently in progress at Piper Aircraft, which allows the intern to apply the knowledge that contributes to the overall business
• Earn a competitive salary during the program
• Gain possible future employment

 Job Responsibilities

• Complete assigned projects related to the Engineering group/discipline
• Attend meetings related to the project and the department
• System test interface design
• System test development and execution
• Product validation testing
• System Integration setup and troubleshooting

 About Piper Aircraft

Piper Aircraft Inc. is a world leader in the development and certification of personal aircraft since the 1930s. Our product line of aircraft models extends from single and multi-engine personal and training aircraft to a world-renowned single-engine turboprop known for its performance, quality, simple operation, and outstanding handling.

 Preferred Qualifications

Candidate to be proficient with Microsoft Windows file operations and Microsoft office, have a working level for data entry into existing spreadsheets, Familiarity with 3D and 2D CAD and Schematic Design, Mentor Graphics Capital Harness and Siemens NX preferred, and physically able to move in and out of the office/plant without restrictions.