Process Engineering Co-Op

astronautics; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Astronautics Corporation of America in Oak Creek, WI invites you to join as a Process Engineering Co-Op. This paid undergraduate position offers hands-on experience with our engineering staff on real customer projects, mentored throughout three inter-term co-ops.

You will work full-time on site M-F, with responsibilities including supporting process engineers, creating work instructions in MS Word and SolidWorks, and designing tooling to ease manufacturing, while developing communication and

Qualifications

• Enrollment as active undergraduate student (Soph–Senior).
• GPA 2.75+ required.
• Proficient in MS Office and SolidWorks.
• Able to work full-time onsite.
• Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with process engineers on production projects.
• Create and update work instructions using MS Word and SolidWorks.
• Design tooling to facilitate manufacturing.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Independent Working

Education

Engineering major (Aero/Industrial/Manufacturing/Mech Eng)

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

Job description

Join our Oak Creek, WI team as a Process Engineering Co-Op! Our co-ops are hands on, highly technical, and designed to let you see what it's like to work at Astronautics. This is a paid undergraduate co-op opportunity. As an engineering co-op, you will work closely with our engineering staff on actual customer projects.

Mentors are assigned to assist co-ops in achieving engineering related career development that is of mutual benefit to you and Astronautics. Our internship program includes events and opportunities to meet other interns and employees across the organization.

Co-op opportunities are available for Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027. This is a first shift, full-time position (M-F). You must be able to commit to three co-op terms, which may be completed intermittently.

Position Responsibilities:

• Work with process engineers on projects within the production environment.
• Create and update work instructions using MS Word and SolidWorks.
• Design tooling for ease of manufacturing our products.

Desired Skills:

• Strong communication, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Capability of working independently with limited oversight from senior engineers

Education and Experience:

Required Qualifications:

• Current accredited college or university enrollment with sophomore, junior or senior standing; making progress towards an undergraduate degree in Aerospace, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineeringor Engineering Mechanics
• Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and SolidWorks
• Able to work full-time onsite
• Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship

Desired Qualifications:

• Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above
• Experience in electronics assembly or a manufacturing environment

Who We Are:

Astronautics Corporation of America (Astronautics), headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is a global leader in the design, development, and of secure avionics equipment and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry. Key products include electronic primary flight and engine displays, connected aircraft and cyber solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers for airborne applications. Services include avionics system integration and custom software for critical applications. Since its founding in 1959, Astronautics has been providing trusted, reliable, and tailored solutions to help clients achieve mission success. Astronautics is the parent company of Kearfott Corporation, headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey.
Join a team that designs computers, displays, and electronic systems for aircraft of the future! At Astronautics Corporation of America (Astronautics), you will be part of a creative group of professionals who work on the cutting-edge of technology. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and the opportunity for professional growth in a friendly environment.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.