Grand Forks Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Cirrus Aircraft Ltd.; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Cirrus Aircraft Ltd. invites an Manufacturing Engineering Intern to learn engineering principles under a mentor, supporting production teams with daily challenges and contributing to one or two significant projects.

You will gain hands-on experience in aerospace manufacturing, data analysis, problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration while building a foundational understanding of Cirrus products, systems, and operations.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and able to communicate effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Good organizational and time-management skills; attention to detail essential.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen & background check.

Responsibilities

• Learn manufacturing engineering principles and best practices under an experienced mentor.
• Support production technicians and operators with day-to-day manufacturing issues.
• Lead or contribute to 1–2 defined projects focused on safety, quality, or process improvement.
• Collect, organize, and analyze manufacturing data to support problem solving.
• Assist with root-cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Contribute to development and revision of work instructions and SOPs.

Skills

MS Office tools

Communication

Time management

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s degree (relevant field)

Job description

Overview

The Manufacturing Engineering Intern works under the guidance of an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to learn and support manufacturing engineering processes, methods, and tools. Contributes to one or two significant projects while assisting production teams with day-to-day manufacturing challenges. Gains hands‑on experience in aerospace manufacturing, process improvement, problem solving, and cross‑functional collaboration while building a foundational understanding of Cirrus products, systems, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with an experienced Manufacturing Engineer mentor to learn manufacturing engineering principles, processes, and best practices.
• Support production technicians and operators by assisting with day-to-day manufacturing issues and process-related concerns.
• Lead or significantly contribute to one or two defined project assignments focused on safety, quality, delivery, cost, or process improvement.
• Collect, organize, and analyze manufacturing data to support problem solving and continuous improvement activities.
• Assist with root cause investigations and corrective action implementation.
• Support the development and revision of work instructions, manufacturing documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in manufacturing process observations, validation activities, and improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering team members to understand how manufacturing functions support the business.
• Learn and apply engineering tools, systems, and manufacturing technologies used within Cirrus.
• Present project results and recommendations to engineering and operations leadership at the conclusion of the internship.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen & background check.
• Must be able to complete entire duration of internship.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Junior or Senior in good academic standing.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet established deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Other Duties

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.

Cirrus is dedicated to a drug-free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.