Manufacturing Engineering Intern - SMT Optimization (Phoenix)

Mercury Systems; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercury Systems in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Engineering Intern to learn hands-on in our SMT factory. In this role you will support improving efficiency across SMT workstreams and contribute fresh ideas to manufacturing processes.

You will perform pick-and-place, assist with reflow and wave soldering, contribute to conformal coating, and help design station layouts while applying Lean/Six Sigma concepts.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s in industrial/manufacturing engineering.
• Minimum GPA 3.1; transcripts may be requested.
• Familiarity with Excel, Minitab, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or simulation tools.
• Understanding Lean/Six Sigma principles; data-driven problem solving.
• Strong quantitative skills; able to work with data and models.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support SMT operations with pick-and-place, chip and wire activities.
• Assist with reflow to ensure proper soldering and quality.
• Support wave soldering to maintain production standards.
• Contribute to conformal coating processes for component protection.
• Help design and optimize station layouts to improve flow and efficiency.
• Conduct capacity analysis to meet targets and plan resources.

Skills

Industrial engineering

Manufacturing engineering

Lean/Six Sigma

Statistics

Data analysis

Independent work

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in industrial engineering

Relevant coursework completed (ops research, stats, systems design)

Tools

Excel

Minitab

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Arena

Simio

Power BI

Tableau

SQL

Python

R

Job description

Mercury Systems in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Engineering Intern to learn hands-on in our SMT factory. In this role you will support improving efficiency across SMT workstreams and contribute fresh ideas to manufacturing processes.

You will perform pick-and-place, assist with reflow and wave soldering, contribute to conformal coating, and help design station layouts while applying Lean/Six Sigma concepts.