Intern - Engineering

Elbit Systems of America; Merrimack (NH); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 schedule

401(k) program

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life Insurance

Flexible Vacation & PTO

Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Voluntary Benefits

TRICARE Supplement

Job summary

Elbit America is offering an Engineering Intern position for a 3rd or 4th year student pursuing an Electrical Engineering degree. The role involves supporting design, modeling, analysis, fabrication, and test work across engineering projects within a multidisciplinary team.

Interns will gain exposure to a technical business environment, interact with professionals, and deliver a final presentation to Executive Staff highlighting completed projects and learnings.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 area of study.
• Collaborate with colleagues and other internal or external partners in planning assignments and completing project deliverables.
• Prepare written reports that include findings and recommendations as appropriate.
• Deliver a final presentation to Executive Staff summarizing the internship experience.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Technical writing

Documentation

Education

Electrical Engineering coursework (2-3 years)

Enrollment in Bachelor's degree program

Tools

Basic shop tools

Job description

Company Information

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.

Company Information

Elbit America is a leading provider of high-performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on the defense, homeland security, commercial aviation, and medical instrumentation markets. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT and TASE: ESLT), a global high-technology company engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. For additional information, visit: ElbitAmerica.com or follow us on YouTube.

Job Summary

Under the direct supervision and mentorship of members of the Engineering Staff, the Engineering Intern undertakes a variety of on-going 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.

Here Are Some Of The Great Benefits We Offer

• 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
• Paid Parental Leave
• 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.