Aerospace Manufacturing Engineer Intern

AV; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Housing reimbursement

Paid internship

Onsite program

Job summary

AV AeroVironment offers a paid Summer Internship Program in the United States for Manufacturing Engineering Interns. The onsite 12-week program targets college students or recent graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA and a focus on Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.

Relocation/housing stipends may be available, with roles across multiple teams and locations; specifics discussed during interviews. As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern, you will support manufacturing system design and operation, analyze

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or a related engineering field.
• Some coursework or experience related to manufacturing, process improvement, or quality control.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of electro-mechanical manufacturing, technical drawings, and Bill of Materials is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Visio, Minitab, or CAD software (SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Ability to travel occasionally to supplier sites (up to 10%).

Responsibilities

• Assist in supporting and improving manufacturing processes with a focus on efficiency and quality
• Help implement Lean Manufacturing principles and apply Six Sigma methods to support continuous improvement efforts
• Analyze production data such as yields, capacity, cost, and process capability to identify opportunities for improvement
• Support establishment and documentation of standard work hours, sequences, and assembly procedures
• Help generate and update work instructions and other documentation controlling manufacturing processes
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities related to materials, design, equipment, and personnel
• Assist in manufacturing capacity planning and factory layout design for improved efficiency
• Support cost estimation activities for new tooling, fixtures, and production equipment
• Collaborate with design engineering teams on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and reliability analysis
• Participate in cross-functional improvement projects involving engineering and suppliers to enhance cost, cycle time, and quality
• Support Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Process FMEA (PFMEA) activities
• Provide input to engineering regarding manufacturing considerations for design concepts and specifications
• Gain hands-on experience supporting production floor activities, including assembly and integration processes
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Microsoft Office

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

Minitab

Visio

Job description

AV AeroVironment offers a paid Summer Internship Program in the United States for Manufacturing Engineering Interns. The onsite 12-week program targets college students or recent graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA and a focus on Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.

Relocation/housing stipends may be available, with roles across multiple teams and locations; specifics discussed during interviews. As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern, you will support manufacturing system design and operation, analyze