Product Development Associate (January - May) 2027 Engineering Co-op

Crgdefense; Miamisburg (OH); On-site; USD 31,684 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience

Mentoring

Competitive pay

Team-oriented atmosphere

Job summary

CRG Defense is seeking electrical or computer engineering technology majors for the Spring 2026 co-op in a hands-on product development laboratory in Miamisburg, OH. This on-site position offers 40 hours per week working with a multidisciplinary team on government projects.

Join a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where you will rapidly develop and demonstrate innovation across aerospace, power and energy, advanced materials, and health tech domains, with mentoring from professional staff.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a qualified engineering program for the duration of this co-op.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday.
• No remote work and on-site in Miamisburg, OH.

Responsibilities

• 40 hours/week co-op in a hands-on research laboratory environment.
• Collaborate with engineers and scientists on government projects.
• Develop and demonstrate innovation across multiple technology areas.
• Receive mentoring from professional staff.

Skills

Team-oriented

Self-motivation

Creativity

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Enrollment in engineering program

Job description

Be part of something different...

• Hands‑on applied research & development
• Collaborative
• Multi‑disciplinary engineering in multiple technology areas
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Working in a fast‑paced, creative, team‑oriented environment

Job Overview

Now hiring electrical or computer engineering technology majors for SPRING 2026. 40 hours/week co‑op positions in a hands‑on product development laboratory environment in Miamisburg, OH, south of Dayton (no remote work).

CRG Defense is an Aerospace and Defense company located in Dayton, Ohio. Our multidisciplinary team has successfully tackled our customers’ most challenging problems with discipline, creativity and flexibility. This has resulted in CRG Defense being recognized as a leader in innovation, technology commercialization, and providing a work environment that is deeply rewarding. Learn more at https://CrgDefense.com.

When you join our dynamic and rapidly‑growing organization, you will collaborate closely within our multi‑disciplinary team of Engineers and Scientists to rapidly develop and demonstrate innovation across a broad range of technology areas, including our core business areas:

Aerospace Systems

Quiet electric propulsion; electric aircraft systems; design‑build‑fly prototypes

Power and Energy

Portable power systems; power conversion, management, and distribution; battery technology; vehicle electrification

Advanced Materials and Manufacturing

Composite design and fabrication; high temperature material and process development

Human, Health and AI

Health & wellness products; patient care; wearables; environment monitoring and protection

CRG Defense’s corporate culture creates a climate of “accelerated experience” for its Product Development Associates (engineering co‑ops). Product Development Associates work alongside full‑time professional staff in a hands‑on laboratory environment on Government projects. This accelerated work experience gives college students graduate‑level challenges and real‑world work experience while undergraduates.

Our Values

• Honesty and Integrity
• Respect and Dedication
• Humility, Agility, and Will

We run fast but value work‑life balance and flexibility. Our entrepreneurial/intrapreneurial mindset fosters our growth.

Experience a CRG Defense co‑op/internship

• Innovative, entrepreneurial corporate culture
• Hands‑on experience
• Team‑oriented atmosphere
• Freedom to create and take risks
• Competitive pay

What to expect as a CRG Defense co‑op/intern

• Fast‑paced work environment
• Responsibilities normally assigned to college graduates
• Challenges to solve on a regular basis
• Mentoring from professional staffEssential career skill development

Successful CRG Defense co‑op/interns exhibit

• Self‑motivation with a team‑oriented mentality
• Creativity and enthusiasm
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to apply knowledge base to support development efforts in a broad range of technology areas
• Willingness and ability to quickly develop basic understanding in new technology areas to support customer needs

Qualifications

• Exclusive US citizenship required
• Able to work Monday‑Friday, 40 hours per week
• Enrollment in a qualified engineering program for the duration of this co‑op is required
• 40 hours/week co‑op positions in a hands‑on research laboratory environment (no remote work)
• No summer‑only internships; successful candidates must attend schools that support non‑summer work rotations
• Casual, flexible work environment
• Fun company events

Salary

Salary Range: $23-$29 per hour depending on experience

CRG Defense is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.