Manufacturing or Design Engineering Intern\\Co-Op: Fall '27, Spring '28, Summer '28

Young & Franklin Tactair; Village of Liverpool (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Young & Franklin Tactair in New York’s manufacturing facility is seeking a Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering student intern to support design, analysis, and optimization of our aerospace components. You will develop CAD drawings, perform FEA/CFD analyses, and apply GD&T to ensure manufacturability.

You will collaborate with design and production teams on tooling, assembly, and process improvements in a high-mix, low-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of one to two years of a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering program at an accredited university.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and achieve results, good verbal and written communication skills, ability to set goals and meet commitments.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Desirable prior experience: Autodesk Inventor; ANSYS.

Responsibilities

• Modify and create 2D/3D CAD models and drawings for new and existing designs.
• Analyze and model product designs to ensure performance and durability using FEA and CFD tools.
• Apply GD&T principles to ensure design manufacturability and accuracy.
• Analyze raw test data and write detailed reports on findings and recommendations.
• Research specifications and evaluate design proposals through calculations and simulations.
• Assist in the design of assembly and test tooling, fixtures, and holders.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to develop standardized work instructions and methods.
• Develop and track productivity and efficiency metrics for the production floor.
• Support production optimization initiatives, including line balancing and time/motion studies.
• Implement 5S, TPM, and visual management programs to improve production floor operations.

Skills

CAD modeling

FEA/CFD analysis

GD&T

Communication

Education

BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

1–2 years in program

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

ANSYS

Excel / MS Office

Job description

DO YOU LOVE MANUFACTURING?! Are you earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering to apply your skills in a REAL manufacturing environment?! Our 120,000 square foot facility houses R&D, Design Engineering, Assembly & Test, and an 80,000 square foot machining operation where we regularly upgrade our technology. Our product lines are low volume, high mix, and very tight tolerances. We manufacture, assemble and test valves and actuators for the Aerospace & Power Generation markets.

Hourly Rate: $26 Fall '27; Spring '28; Summer '28 We’re one of 55 independently run operating units in the TransDigm Group, one of the world’s leading suppliers of highly engineered components for virtually all aerospace applications, helping us continually invest in new products and technology. Our Manufacturing Engineering & Design Engineering Teams are always looking for talented students. Our engineers are involved in all phases of product development from designing and prototyping in our R&D lab, performing qualification testing, optimizing manufacturing processes, to supporting our customers in the field. If you have a deep passion for how things work, problem-solving, and building tangible solutions to real-world challenges, then we have an assignment for you!

Responsibilities May Include

• Modify and create 2D/3D CAD models and drawings for new and existing designs.
• Analyze and model product designs to ensure performance and durability using FEA and CFD tools.
• Apply GD&T principles to ensure design manufacturability and accuracy.
• Analyze raw test data and write detailed reports on findings and recommendations.
• Research specifications and evaluate design proposals through calculations and simulations.
• Assist in the design of assembly and test tooling, fixtures, and holders.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to develop standardized work instructions and methods.
• Develop and track productivity and efficiency metrics for the production floor.
• Support production optimization initiatives, including line balancing and time/motion studies.
• Implement 5S, TPM, and visual management programs to improve production floor operations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education And Experience

• This position requires either a US Person (as defined in applicable export regulations) or a non-US person who is eligible to obtain required export authorization.
• Completion of one to two years of a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering program at an accredited university.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and achieve results, good verbal and written communication skills, ability to set goals and meet commitments.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.
• Desirable prior experience (but not required): manufacturing or engineering environment; Autodesk Inventor; ANSYS.

Physical Demands

• Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require frequent walking primarily on a level surface. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist or lifting as required to move materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques required. May include lifting up to 10 pounds. May include frequent pulling, pushing, and grasping.
• The primary environment of this position is the manufacturing areas where under certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields, hearing protection, and proper footwear.

Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabled and veterans