Research Associate FALL (August-December) 2025 Engineering Co-op

Cornerstone Research Group, Inc.; August (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aerospace and defense company is hiring engineering co-ops for hands-on research and development in a collaborative environment. Positions involve working on innovative projects in a laboratory setting with opportunities for substantial career skill development. Ideal candidates should be self-motivated, communicative, and enrolled in engineering programs, bringing creativity and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

Casual, flexible work environment

Team-oriented atmosphere

Fun company events

Competitive pay

Hands-on experience

Qualifications

• Successful candidates must be enrolled in an engineering program.
• Exclusive US citizenship required.
• Ability to quickly learn new technology areas.

Responsibilities

• Assist in hands-on applied research & development.
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team on Government projects.
• Develop fundamental skills in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Self-motivation

Creativity

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Enrollment in a qualified 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.

Now hiring electrical, computer, chemical, aerospace, and mechanical engineering and engineering technology majors for FALL 2025. 40 hours/week co-op positions in a hands-on research laboratory environment in Miamisburg, OH, south of Dayton (no remote work).

To apply to this position ALL applicants MUST complete application process via our website at http://www.crgrp.com/corporate/careers AND Handshake.

Cornerstone Research Group, Inc. (CRG) 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 being recognized as a leader in innovation, in technology commercialization, and in providing a work environment that is deeply rewarding. To learn more about us, please visit: www.crgrp.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

Medical & Sensor Technology

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

CRG’s corporate culture creates a climate of “accelerated experience” for its Research Associates (engineering co-ops). Research 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

Our employees are our most important assets. Our team mentality is key to our success. We value:

-Honesty and Integrity

-Respect and Dedication

-Innovation and Collaboration

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

Experience a CRG 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 co-op/intern:

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

Successful CRG 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

• Exclusive US citizenship is 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 Range: $23-$29 per hour depending on experience

CRG 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.