Test Engineering Intern

Canyon AeroConnect; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Canyon AeroConnect invites talented engineering interns to join the Prescott, AZ team in the Engineering Department. You will participate in design reviews and help develop the theory of operations for designs.

The role includes creating plans and reports with charts and graphs, plus exposure to basic circuit design and PCB concepts for hardware and software tasks. The internship emphasizes learning, collaboration, and documentation, with duties ranging from coding in C to testing software and

Qualifications

• Enrolled in engineering/technical program (sophomore or junior).
• Solid foundation in calculus and statistics.
• Ability to document technical work clearly and accurately.
• Proficient with MS Office and basic software practices.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design reviews.
• Develop and document theory of operations for designs.
• Create plans and reports with charts/graphs.
• Electrical: basic circuit design and PCB concepts.
• Software: design and write code, test and verify.

Skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Calculus and statistics

Technical documentation

Independent work

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Engineering program (sophomore/junior)

Tools

Schematic capture tools

PCB design

DMM

Oscilloscope

Job description

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. “US Person” includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

About the Company

Canyon AeroConnect stands as one of the world’s leading suppliers of avionic-standard aircraft communications, navigation and audio/intercom systems. Canyon’s products have been widely adopted and proven in-service across a wide range of civilian, paramilitary and military fixed-wing and rotorcraft applications. Over the years, we’ve become known as the benchmark in aircraft tactical communication and audio equipment for Air Ambulance, Law Enforcement, SAR, EMS, Electronic News Gathering, Military and Marine applications. Products include digital and analog radio/audio management systems, Tac/Com, VHF/UHF radio systems, intercoms, data interface accessories, and aural warning.

Role purpose (position scope):

This exciting internship position at Canyon AeroConnect, located in Prescott, AZ for the Engineering Department. The primary role of an intern is to perform technical work within their functional area of study (i.e. Software, Electrical, Test, Systems and Mechanical) but may also include special projects that utilize basic engineering skills not solely tied to their degree program.

Key Responsibilities:

• General Intern:
  • Participate in design reviews

• • Develop and document technical theory of operations for design work completed
  • Develop plans and reports to include charts and graphs.

• Electrical Engineering Specific:
  • Basic circuit design, circuit analysis, schematic capture tools and simple PCB design.

• • Trouble shooting with common lab equipment
  • Basic electronics assembly and soldering
  • Part selection and bill of material development

• Software Engineering Specific
  • Design and write software code and pseudo code primarily in C (other languages possible)

• • Compile and test software
  • Develop derived requirements and software test cases.

• Comply and uphold Canyon AeroConnectEHS policies and standards.
• Comply with the Canyon AeroConnectCode of Business Conduct and Ethics
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Core Competencies:

• Excellent organizational skills
• Must be knowledgeable with typical computer programs such as MS Office.
• Must possess basic knowledge of their particular degree program at either a sophomore or junior level or have received basic engineering courses as a freshman.
• Must be proficient in calculus and statistical methods
• Must be able to write proficiently with emphasis on technical documentation
• Scientific charting and graphing with MS Excel
• Experience with basic test equipment (i.e. DMM, Oscilloscope) commensurate with degree program
• Critical thinking and be able to work independently and cooperatively.
• “Right first time” attitude

Level I – Entry (Inexperienced)

• KNOWLEDGE – Limited use and/or application of basic technical principles, concepts and practices.
• JOB COMPLEXITY – Works on problems of limited scope. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained.
• DISCRETION/LATITTUDE - Work is closely supervised. Follows specific, detailed instructions.
• MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE – Enrolled in and engineering, technical or scientific program (or similar related degree program for project management)

Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Tasks involve light physical effort in sedentary to light work; may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects or materials (5 – 10 lbs)
• Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or work station.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the aforementioned job duties, the employee mainly works in an office setting; that is relatively quiet and has temperature control systems.

Canyon AeroConnect is an Equal Opportunity Employer and federal contractor committed to affirmative action. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

As a federal contractor, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. This position is being listed in accordance with federal contractor obligations under 41 CFR 60-300 and 41 CFR 60-741.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, participate in the interview process, or perform essential job functions, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 928-708-1550.