Quality Engineering Intern: Process Improvement & QA

SAAB; West Lafayette, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Saab invites a Quality Engineer Intern to join our new West Lafayette operation. You will lead a defined internship project, collaborate with a mentor, and help implement Quality Management System principles while supporting process development and risk analysis across production and supply chain functions.

You will learn quality practices, perform tests/inspections, and contribute to continual improvement, while embracing Saab values of Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, Quality, Business Management or similar field.
• Completed Freshman year by Fall 2026.
• GPA 3.0 or better.
• Coursework or experience with Quality Systems, testing and inspection methodologies.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• Self-driven with high-quality work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete a designated internship project assigned by the department manager, leading and coordinating to deliver value-added impact.
• Partner with assigned mentor for feedback and guidance on the project.
• Learn about and assist in implementing Quality Management System principles and processes at the new site.
• Support process development by integrating quality policy into procedures and continual improvement.
• Monitor the assembly cycle and perform tests/inspections to identify potential non-conformances early.
• Analyze risk and assist with mitigation plans using root cause analysis and systemic problem solving.
• Participate in internal audits to ensure process maturity and compliance for customer, production, and supply chain functions.
• Collaborate with Quality team to learn quality principles and systems.
• Champion Saab Company values of Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

GPA 3.0+

Quality systems familiarity

Quality testing/inspection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Quality/Business

Job description

Saab invites a Quality Engineer Intern to join our new West Lafayette operation. You will lead a defined internship project, collaborate with a mentor, and help implement Quality Management System principles while supporting process development and risk analysis across production and supply chain functions.

You will learn quality practices, perform tests/inspections, and contribute to continual improvement, while embracing Saab values of Trust, Drive, Expertise and Support.