Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Responsibilities

• Support the design and operation of manufacturing systems for Aero Vironment unmanned air vehicles
• Assist in analyzing production processes and data
• Help optimize manufacturing workflows and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles
• Support and improve manufacturing processes with a focus on efficiency and quality
• Analyze production yields, capacity, cost, and process capability to identify improvement opportunities
• Support establishment and documentation of standard work hours, sequences, and assembly procedures
• Generate and update work instructions and manufacturing process documentation
• Participate in root cause analysis and problem‑solving activities involving materials, design, equipment, and personnel
• Assist with manufacturing capacity planning and factory layout design
• Support cost estimation for new tooling, fixtures, and production equipment
• Collaborate with design engineering teams on Design for Manufacturing and reliability analysis
• Participate in cross‑functional improvement projects with engineering and suppliers
• Support DFMEA and PFMEA activities
• Provide manufacturing input on design concepts and specifications
• Support production floor assembly and integration activities
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or a related engineering field
• Some coursework or experience related to manufacturing, process improvement, or quality control
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• 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., Solid Works) is a plus
• Ability to travel occasionally to supplier sites (up to 10%)
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Interest in root cause analysis and continuous improvement techniques
• Effective teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment
• Currently enrolled in college or a recent graduate
• Ability to work onsite
• U.S. person status documentation required for ITAR/EAR access; some positions may require current U.S. citizenship

Demonstrates capabilities in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to optimize manufacturing workflows and improve production processes. Proficient in analyzing production data and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance design for manufacturing.

• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Root Cause Analysis
• Manufacturing Process Documentation
• Microsoft Office

• Manufacturing Process Improvement
• Electro‑Mechanical Manufacturing
• Technical Drawings
• Bill of Materials
• Data Analysis
• Capacity Planning
• Cost Estimation
• DFMEA
• PFMEA
• Continuous Improvement Techniques

• Problem‑Solving
• Analytical Skills
• Teamwork
• Communication
• Task Management

• Manufacturing Systems
• Production Processes
• Quality Control
• Design for Manufacturing
• Factory Layout Design

• Visio
• Minitab
• CAD Software
• Solid Works