Manufacturing Engineering Intern — Chemical Processing

L3Harris; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

401(k)

Job summary

L3Harris is seeking an Intern in Manufacturing Engineering focused on Chemical Processing in Canoga Park, CA. You will join cross‑functional teams to support daily chemical processing, document work instructions, and help drive process improvement initiatives in a safety‑conscious manufacturing environment.

The role offers hands‑on exposure to production support, data collection, and collaboration with engineering, quality, and operations to ensure processes meet business and customer

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor's, master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing shop, or team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support daily chemical processing and manufacturing operations.
• Assist with process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Help collect, analyze, and report process data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in root cause investigations and corrective action activities related to process issues.
• Support process validation, qualification, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with quality and production teams to support yield, throughput, and compliance objectives.
• Help ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements for chemical handling and processing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Laboratory experience

Manufacturing experience

Education

Engineering degree (Chemical/Materials/Manufacturing)

Job description

L3Harris is seeking an Intern in Manufacturing Engineering focused on Chemical Processing in Canoga Park, CA. You will join cross‑functional teams to support daily chemical processing, document work instructions, and help drive process improvement initiatives in a safety‑conscious manufacturing environment.

The role offers hands‑on exposure to production support, data collection, and collaboration with engineering, quality, and operations to ensure processes meet business and customer