Mechanical Engineering Intern

CAE; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Work-life balance

Safe work environment

Recognition and development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

CAE USA Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to flight simulator design and development. You will apply engineering design methods, CAD tools, and customer specifications to solve complex problems across programs.

This role emphasizes hands-on model development, collaboration with suppliers and manufacturing, and continuous learning to stay current with the latest engineering concepts.

Qualifications

• Working toward Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree.
• Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of Mechanical Engineering
• Detail oriented.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to solve technical and other business issues in a logical fashion
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of a small to medium scale program.
• Resolves technical problems and provides technical support to suppliers and manufacturing
• Participate in installations and final sell off of training devices. Coordinate and review technical/operational deliverables prior to submission to customer
• Undertakes independent studies, analysis, interpretations, and conclusions
• Performs product development activities including parametric CAD modeling, drawing creation, and interpretation/implementation of customer specifications and documentation requirements.
• Teamwork, involving close association with peers, and management is essential to coordinating engineering activities in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• May perform other engineering and non-engineering duties as required by supervisor.

Skills

Parametric CAD

Drawing creation

Interpret specs

GD&T

SolidWorks/Creo

Simulation

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

Job description

Who We Are:

CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers' training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.

CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.

CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
• Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

Develops and applies engineering design methods, CAD tools, theories, and techniques in the investigation and solution of technical problems. Remains abreast of the most modern engineering concepts through personal learning initiatives and continuing education programs while applying this knowledge to assigned tasks when appropriate. This position pertains primarily to the Mechanical Engineering segment of flight simulator design/development and is largely project oriented. Task assignments may transcend several projects/programs simultaneously.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Assist with activities of a small to medium scale program.
• Resolves technical problems and provides technical support to suppliers and manufacturing
• Participate in installations and final sell off of training devices. Coordinate and review technical/operational deliverables prior to submission to customer
• Undertakes independent studies, analysis, interpretations, and conclusions
• Performs product development activities including parametric CAD modeling, drawing creation, and interpretation/implementation of customer specifications and documentation requirements.
• Teamwork, involving close association with peers, and management is essential to coordinating engineering activities in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
• May perform other engineering and non-engineering duties as required by supervisor.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Working toward Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related degree.
• Knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of Mechanical Engineering
• Detail oriented.
• Must have good oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to solve technical and other business issues in a logical fashion
• Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Preferred Skills

• Machine shop experience and familiarity with hand tools
• Hands on support of manufacturing
• Experience with Model Based Engineering and GD&T
• SolidWorks or Creo experience or similar parametric CAD tool
• Simulation experience

Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

• Duties performed in an office environment and manufacturing facility.
• Must be able to work overtime on and off-shifts as required.
• The employee is on call 24x7 for the resolution of problems and issues.

Physical Demands

• Ability to site for extended periods of time
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. to various heights
• Ability to work overtime and shifts as needed
• Ability to travel CONUS
• Ability to climb stairs

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal,