Co-op: Manufacturing Engineer (Machine Shop) Spring 2027

Eaton; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Eaton's IS AER FMC division is seeking a Co-op: Manufacturing Engineer (Machine Shop) for Spring 2027 in Jackson, MS. The role supports machining, assembling and testing hydraulic components for aerospace and military applications.

You will interact cross-functionally with quality, procurement and design, perform production analyses, learn lean kaizens, design fixtures and tooling, operate 3D printers, and generate ERP/Access reports during the program’s structured training cycle.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior or recently graduated with a bachelor’s in industrial or mechanical engineering.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States.
• ITAR: U.S. person required (citizen, permanent resident, or eligible status).

Responsibilities

• Assist manufacturing engineers with planning, machining, assembling and testing hydraulic components and systems for aerospace and military applications.
• Interact cross-functionally with quality, procurement and design teams.
• Perform production analysis and recommend process improvements.
• Learn lean concepts and participate in kaizens.
• Design and model fixtures and cutting tools; operate 3D printers.
• Develop monthly performance reports via ERP and Access databases.

Skills

GPA 3.0 or higher

Legally authorized to work in the US

Education

Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or mechanical engineering

Job description

Requisition ID75483-Posted10/16/2026

Eaton’s IS AER FMCdivision is currently seeking aCo-op: Manufacturing Engineer (Machine Shop) Spring 2027.

The hourly rate for this position is $22.15-$27.69per hour.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do:

The Co-op Student will assist manufacturing engineers and other operations personnel by performing tasks and assignments related to planning, machining, assembling and testing hydraulic components and systems for aerospace and military applications. Daily activities will include cross-functional interaction with quality, procurement, and design.

Potential tasks are summarized below:

• Perform production analysis and recommend process improvements.
• Learn lean concepts and tools. Participate in lean “kaizens.”
• Design and model machining and assembly fixtures and cutting tools.
• Operate and maintain 3D printers.
• Perform and develop monthly performance reports via ERP system and Access databases.
• Utilize ERP system in planning work order releases, etc.
• Learn to develop production processes via Computer Aided Process Planning.

Throughout the training cycle, this program provides participants with meaningful projects where individual efforts and contributions are critical. Participants will receive multiple opportunities for formal training, networking, and assignment coaching in addition to receiving ongoing formal feedback in order to evaluate personal progress and identify development opportunities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled as Freshman, Sophomore, or Junior level or received a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or mechanical engineering at an accredited Institution.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be geographically flexible to relocate within the United States.
• This position requires the use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

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