Quality Engineering Intern

Parker Hannifin; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Parker Hannifin Aerospace Group, located in Simi Valley, CA, is seeking an Engineering Intern to provide assistance to the Engineering Support Team. This role aims to build technical proficiency in engineering while addressing routine problems within a regulated industry.

You will assist with designs, experiments and assemblies, perform troubleshooting and qualification testing, and support project engineers with managing and executing projects.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program (Spring 2027 graduates preferred).
• 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• ITAR requires U.S. person for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with engineering designs, experiments and assemblies as requested.
• Perform troubleshooting and qualification testing to support engineers.
• Gain overall knowledge of systems and processes within a regulated industry.
• Assist project engineers with managing and executing projects.
• Regular, punctual attendance; may work nights and weekends as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Word processing

Verbal and written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Secondary Certificate/High School Diploma

Currently enrolled in Bachelor’s or Master’s program

Job description

About Parker Hannifin Aerospace Group

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

Org Marketing Statement

About Parker Hannifin Aerospace Group

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

Parker Meggitt, a recent addition to Parker Hannifin, is a global leader in the Commercial and Military Aerospace markets, specializing in a wide range of products including fire and smoke detection systems, extinguishing systems, bleed air overheat detection systems, actuators, rudder pedal assemblies, pumps, fuel gauging systems, and high-temperature cables. Located in Simi Valley, CA, this site is within the Fire Safety & Power Systems Division (FSPSD) and is a key supplier in select energy markets, particularly in nuclear gas analyzers and nuclear containment vessel penetration cables. We work directly with some of the largest aerospace companies in the world, including Airbus, Boeing, Embraer, and Lockheed Martin, among others.

JOB DESIGNATION

The Engineering Intern provides assistance on routine problems to the Engineering Support Team. Gains an overall knowledge and technical proficiency in engineering with departmental objectives.

Job Core Responsibilities

• Assists with engineering designs, experiments and assemblies as requested
• Performs trouble shooting and qualification testing to support engineers
• Works to gain overall knowledge and proficiencies with engineering tasks and processes
• Responsible for supporting unit initiatives
• Learns and understands systems and processes within a regulated industry
• Assists project Engineers with managing and execution of projects
• Other responsibilities as assigned
• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education: A Secondary Certificate/High School Diploma or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations.

Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s or Master’s program (Spring 2027 graduates preferred).

Years Experience: 0-2 years of relevant experience

Skills

• Strong word processing and/or data entry skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated strong work ethics and ability to drive tasks to completion
• Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize with changing situations.
• Ability to use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems.
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills to drive tasks to completion.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

Competitive Compensation

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

• Pay Range: $22.00/hr to $25.00/hr
• No benefit plan eligibility

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission