Automation & Robotics Engineering Intern - Aerospace

Chromalloy; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Chromalloy is seeking an Engineering Intern in Automation & Robotics for the Gear Up Early Career Program. You will work on projects supporting aerospace component manufacturing and repair, gaining hands-on experience with COBOTs, machine vision, automated marking, and industrial controls in an FAA Repair Station setting.

The role offers exposure to advanced automation solutions, data collection and analysis, and collaboration with experienced engineers and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• Strong academic standing and available for the duration of the internship.
• Interest in industrial automation, robotics, aerospace manufacturing, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Experience through coursework, projects, robotics clubs, or prior internships involving automation or manufacturing systems (nice to have).
• Familiarity with CAD software, preferably Siemens NX (nice to have).
• Exposure to PLCs, industrial controls, sensors, HMI systems, or industrial communication protocols (nice to have).

Responsibilities

• Assist with integration and testing of collaborative robots (COBOTs), end-of-arm tooling, weighing systems, machine vision technologies, and automated marking equipment.
• Support development and documentation of repair processes for turbine, compressor, and combustor components.
• Assist with process improvement initiatives through data collection, analysis, and structured problem-solving methods.
• Track process metrics and KPIs to support manufacturing and repair process performance.
• Support engineering projects through technical documentation, data gathering, testing, and project coordination activities.
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations teams on continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Electrical/Mechatronics/Aerospace/Manufacturing/Robotics)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chromalloy is seeking an Engineering Intern in Automation & Robotics for the Gear Up Early Career Program. You will work on projects supporting aerospace component manufacturing and repair, gaining hands-on experience with COBOTs, machine vision, automated marking, and industrial controls in an FAA Repair Station setting.

The role offers exposure to advanced automation solutions, data collection and analysis, and collaboration with experienced engineers and operations teams.