Summer Manufacturing Engineering Intern — Lean & DFMEA

AV; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company match

9/80 work schedule

Paid holiday shutdown

Relocation stipend

Housing stipend

Job summary

AeroVironment invites undergraduate engineering students to join the Summer Internship Program in Manufacturing Engineering. You will work on manufacturing systems design, data analysis, and continuous improvement under experienced mentors in a dynamic environment.

The 12-week onsite internship offers hands-on experience with Lean and Six Sigma, DFMEA/PFMEA support, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering teams. Stipends may include relocation and housing assistance where available.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or related engineering field.
• Some coursework or experience related to manufacturing, process improvement, or quality control.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of electro-mechanical manufacturing, technical drawings, and Bill of Materials is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with Visio, Minitab, or CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Ability to travel occasionally to supplier sites (up to 10%)

Responsibilities

• Assist in supporting and improving manufacturing processes with a focus on efficiency and quality
• Help implement Lean Manufacturing principles and apply Six Sigma methods to support continuous improvement efforts
• Analyze production data such as yields, capacity, cost, and process capability to identify opportunities for improvement
• Support establishment and documentation of standard work hours, sequences, and assembly procedures
• Help generate and update work instructions and other documentation controlling manufacturing processes
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving activities related to materials, design, equipment, and personnel
• Assist in manufacturing capacity planning and factory layout design for improved efficiency
• Support cost estimation activities for new tooling, fixtures, and production equipment
• Collaborate with design engineering teams on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and reliability analysis
• Participate in cross-functional improvement projects involving engineering and suppliers to enhance cost, cycle time, and quality
• Support Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Process FMEA (PFMEA) activities
• Provide input to engineering regarding manufacturing considerations for design concepts and specifications
• Gain hands-on experience supporting production floor activities, including assembly and integration processes
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Microsoft Office

CAD (SolidWorks)

Minitab

Visio

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Visio

Minitab

Job description

AeroVironment invites undergraduate engineering students to join the Summer Internship Program in Manufacturing Engineering. You will work on manufacturing systems design, data analysis, and continuous improvement under experienced mentors in a dynamic environment.

The 12-week onsite internship offers hands-on experience with Lean and Six Sigma, DFMEA/PFMEA support, and cross-functional collaboration across engineering teams. Stipends may include relocation and housing assistance where available.