Intern - Engineering

Elbit Systems of America; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off

Competitive compensation & 401(k) program

Robust medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible Vacation & PTO

Generous Employee Referral Program

Voluntary Benefits Available

Voluntary Tricare Supplement for military retirees

Job summary

Elbit Systems of America in Fort Worth, Texas is seeking an Engineering Intern. The intern will support engineering operations and participate in various technical projects designed to enhance both personal and professional skills.

Students enrolled in an Electrical Engineering program are preferred. The internship offers valuable exposure to a professional environment and opportunities to engage in real-world engineering tasks.

Responsibilities

• Participate in technical projects to develop personal and professional skills.
• Support day-to-day engineering operations.
• Conduct system and subsystem analysis and modeling.
• Organize and document test data.
• Create technical documentation.

Skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work independently

Logical and scientific problem solving

Flexibility to manage multiple priorities

Basic computer proficiency

Foundational understanding of engineering principles

Technical writing and documentation skills

Education

High school diploma

Current enrollment in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program

Completion of 2–3 years coursework in Electrical Engineering preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision and mentorship of members of the Engineering Staff, the Engineering Intern undertakes a variety of ongoing activities and assigned projects at varying levels of professional complexity requiring knowledge within an area of specialty and/or engineering college major. The Engineering Intern works as a member of the Engineering team in support of contracted tasks including design, modeling, analysis, fabrication, and test activities.

The Engineering Intern will interact directly with multidiscipline professionals in the planning and implementation of assigned projects. The Engineering Internship is a developmental position and is restricted to 3rd or 4th year college students whose major and personal interests are aligned with the role of the engineering organization and hiring department. It is a goal of the internship program to expose the student to the technical business environment to better prepare the student to make informed continued education and career decisions.

Responsibilities and Tasks

• Participate in technical projects and programs designed to develop both personal and professional skills aligned with the needs of the Engineering Department.
• Support day to day engineering operations through tasks related to your specific area of study. Typical assignments may include:
• System and subsystem analysis and requirements specification
  • System and subsystem modeling and performance analysis
  • Designing electrical, mechanical, and/or optical components to meet engineering requirements
  • Fabricating, assembling, and debugging prototype electrical, mechanical, and/or optical hardware
  • Performing test and measurement activities using standard equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, temperature sensors, and vibration probes
  • Conducting component research and investigations with suppliers and subcontractors
  • Organizing, correlating, and documenting test data using spreadsheets, word processing, or database tools
  • Creating technical documentation
  • Supporting software development or scripting tasks
• Collaborate with colleagues and other internal or external partners in planning assignments and completing project deliverables.
• Conduct research and prepare written reports that include findings, recommendations, and alternative solutions as appropriate.
• Participate, along with other interns, in delivering a final presentation to Executive Staff summarizing the internship experience and highlighting at least one completed project.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, License, or Certification

• High school diploma and current enrollment in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in a technical discipline.
• Completion of at least 2–3 years of coursework toward an Electrical Engineering degree preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to apply logical and scientific methods to technical problem solving.
• Flexibility to manage multiple priorities and work for short to moderate periods without direct supervision.
• Basic computer proficiency; familiarity with standard shop tools, lab equipment, or machine tools is a plus.
• Foundational understanding of electrical, mechanical, optical, and/or software engineering principles.
• Technical writing and documentation skills.

Travel/Physical Requirements

• Travel not required.

Benefits

• Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule, providing every other Friday off.
• Competitive compensation & 401(k) program to plan for your future.
• Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts.
• Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available.
• Flexible Vacation & PTO.
• Generous Employee Referral Program.
• Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identity Theft, Pet Insurance, and more.
• Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not an employment contract. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Elbit America is an equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.