Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Senior Aerospace SSP; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Senior Aerospace SSP, a division of Senior plc, is the world’s largest aerospace high‑pressure ducting system supplier. This internship supports the Manufacturing Engineering team by creating Master Routings, verifying Bills of Materials, and implementing process improvements to boost efficiency and throughput.

The role involves collaboration across multiple groups and reports to the Director of Manufacturing Engineering.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently graduated with a BS/MS in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Physics.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to tackle unfamiliar problems using engineering/physics principles.
• Demonstrated leadership and technical competence with real examples.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem solving and ability to break down complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist Manufacturing Engineering team with daily tasks and special projects.
• Create Master Routings and verify Bills of Materials.
• Implement process improvements and tooling, improve efficiency/throughput.
• Conduct reviews, analyze data, and implement solutions.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Design, Purchasing and Shipping as needed.

Skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Engineering basics

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

MS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Aerospace Engineering

MS in Physics

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 19 operating businesses in 11 countries. Traded on the London Stock Exchange, Senior designs and manufactures high-technology components and systems for the worldwide aerospace, defense, land vehicle and power & energy markets.

Senior Aerospace SSP, a division of Senior plc, is the world's largest aerospace high-pressure ducting system supplier. Starting as 'Stainless Steel Products' in 1945, and acquired by Senior plc in 1995, we are vertically integrated with our own foundry, fabrication shop, and ISO-certified engineering lab, allowing us to design, manufacture, and qualify complex ducting systems for space launch, defense, and commercial aerospace applications worldwide.

Why join SSP?

Senior Aerospace SSP is the recognized global leader in high-pressure bleed air ducting systems. We provide "total resource" system solutions for complex ducting requirements, with our components found on most aircraft operating worldwide.

We are committed to the highest standards of ethics, safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement. At SSP, we believe in building strong relationships with our customers, suppliers, and most importantly, our employees. We foster a welcoming, respectful, and inclusive environment with ample opportunities for professional growth. Join us and find your future in a company that values innovation and integrity.

Job Description

To assist the Manufacturing Engineering team in their daily work and to complete special assignments. The Manufacturing Engineer (ME) job has responsibility for the manufacturing process and supporting operations by creating Master Routings, Verifying Bill of Materials, Implementing Process Improvements, Improving Efficiency/Throughput, Implementing Tooling, Conducting Reviews, Analyzing Data and Implementing Solutions. Must work well in a team environment and individually at times. This role is a preparatory role for company future hires in Manufacturing Engineering for a competitive advantage. This position reports to the Director of Manufacturing Engineering with dotted-line supervision by one or more Manufacturing Engineers.

SUMMARY:

To assist the Manufacturing Engineering team in their daily work and to complete special assignments. The Manufacturing Engineer (ME) job has responsibility for the manufacturing process and supporting operations by creating Master Routings, Verifying Bill of Materials, Implementing Process Improvements, Improving Efficiency/Throughput, Implementing Tooling, Conducting Reviews, Analyzing Data and Implementing Solutions. Must work well in a team environment and individually at times. This role is a preparatory role for company future hires in Manufacturing Engineering for a competitive advantage. This position reports to the Director of Manufacturing Engineering with dotted-line supervision by one or more Manufacturing Engineers.

What is the MISSION for this person?

This person is to assist the ME team to accomplish projects focused on improving processes/efficiency, increasing data accuracy, increasing capacity developing and supporting the Manufacturing Team while improving the effectiveness of the team and the company as a whole.

What are the tangible measures (performance evaluation criteria) you would use to know at the end of an evaluation period if the person had in fact, achieved your objectives?

1. 1. Job knowledge and ability to learn
   2. Work quality/dependability
   3. Attendance and Punctuality
   4. Initiative
   5. Communication and teamwork

In addition to the actions required to produce the above results, what other duties and functions will this person be responsible for?

Potentially working with all groups within the company to complete tasks as required. Groups include, but are not limited to: Operations, Quality Engineering, Program Management, Design Engineering, Tool Design, Purchasing, Contracts, and Shipping/Receiving.

Desired background (education, years and type of experience, skills and knowledge, etc.)

• A student working toward, or recently graduated with, a BS or MSin Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Physics. Other technical degrees may be considered.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Can demonstrate ability to face unfamiliar problems and apply engineering and physics principles.
• Can demonstrate leadership and technical competence, backed by examples of actual execution.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to break down complex projects into actionable and measurable tasks.
• Excellent organizational skills.

What are the beliefs and values (character traits) necessary for the candidate to be successful in this position, and fit with the company's culture?

• A motivated self-driver.
• Can get along with and function in a team with a variety of personalities, backgrounds, skill sets and skill levels.
• Honest and ethical.

What are the growth possibilities for the person who fills this position?

The intern position can lead to becoming a Manufacturing Engineer or can lead to other technical positions within the organization, depending on need and aptitude. At any given time, approximately 25% of the Engineering and Programs department employees were at one time interns with the company. Historically, approximately 50% of interns have been offered positions based on intern performance and job availability

Qualifications

What are the company expectations of an intern?

• Works hourly. Maximum 35hours per week. Schedule is flexible to account for coursework; to be agreed upon with direct supervisor.
• Must work physically on site, typically in a cubicle environment or on the production floor.
• In addition to various daily duties will perform at least one primary project during the term of employment, which will be reported on and presented in a team review environment.

Additional Information

Target Rate = $25/hour

Monday - Friday Maximum 35 hours per week

Trade Compliance Statement Access to our facilities is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, U.S. Nationals, U.S. refugees, asylees, or temporary residents under amnesty provisions ), and to properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes. Additionally, potential employee names will be screened against the Consolidated Screening List (maintained by the United States government) to determine eligibility to receive controlled technical data.

To ensure there is no unexpected delay to your start date with our Company and due to the potential need to obtain an export license, we would like to promptly assess whether such a license is needed to access our facility and/or systems. Such licenses can take several weeks/months to obtain from the U.S. Government. Our Trade Compliance department may reach out to you with a Licensing Assessment form, which we request you kindly complete and return as soon as possible.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EOE M/F/D/V/VEVRAA Federal Contractor