Mechanical Engineering Intern

CAE Inc; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

CAE USA Inc. in Arlington, TX is seeking a part-time Mechanical Engineering Intern to support design and development of flight simulator components. You will apply CAD tools, review specifications, and assist in project tasks across multiple programs.

Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, you will contribute to parametric modeling in SolidWorks or Creo, help with GD&T and MBSE practices, and collaborate with suppliers and internal teams under supervision.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong written and oral communication.
• Ability to solve technical and business issues logically.
• U.S. citizenship required due to DoD contracts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering tasks for a small to medium program.
• Create parametric CAD models and drawings.
• Interpret and implement customer specifications.
• Coordinate technical deliverables and reviews with teammates.
• Support installation and final acceptance of training devices.

Skills

Mechanical fundamentals

Teamwork

Written communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (in progress)

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

GD&T

Model Based Engineering

Job description

## Mechanical Engineering InternApply: Arlington, TX: Part time: Posted Today: 123573**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** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. * 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, state, or local laws.** **Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]**