Operations Intern - Machine Shop

Mason welcomes people who share our determination and high standards to join us in doing work that moves the world forward. We design, manufacture, and market highly engineered products and systems principally for the aerospace and defense markets. Mason offers world-class control devices and subsystems — such as control grips, throttles, and communications interfaces — for today's advanced cockpits, military vehicles, and other specialized applications.

Our solutions fall into two broad categories: control products and components.

Mason welcomes people who share our determination and high standards to join us in doing work that moves the world forward. We design, manufacture, and market highly engineered products and systems principally for the aerospace and defense markets. Mason offers world-class control devices and subsystems — such as control grips, throttles, and communications interfaces — for today's advanced cockpits, military vehicles, and other specialized applications.

Our solutions fall into two broad categories: control products and components.

Mason Controls is seeking two motivated, hands-on Operations Intern for the machine shop for the Fall of 2026. This internship is designed to provide practical experience in planning, design, fabrication, programming, and project management within a manufacturing environment. Each intern will be assigned specific projects and will be expected to track progress, deliver results, and present their accomplishments at the conclusion of the program.

Essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Plan, execute, and manage assigned projects from concept through completion
• Create project requirement documents and define scope, objectives, and deliverables
• Track progress and provide weekly project status updates
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering and manufacturing
• Follow all shop safety guidelines and best practices while working with equipment and tools
• Other duties as assigned

• Assist in the design and optimization of manufacturing processes and systems.
• Support the development and testing of new manufacturing methods and technologies.
• Collaborate with engineers and technicians to troubleshoot and resolve production issues.
• Conduct time studies and process analyses to identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collect and analyze data to recommend improvements in production efficiency and quality.
• Assist in the preparation of documentation for process changes and new equipment.
• Contribute to the maintenance and updating of standard operating procedures.
• Support the implementation of lean manufacturing principles and practices.
• Aid in the development of safety protocols and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to manufacturing operations.
• Participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance technical skills and knowledge.

During the internship, participants will gain experience and develop skills in:

• Creating project requirement documents
• Managing timelines, deliverables, and reporting progress

• Hands-on fabrication and prototyping
• Working with shop machinery, tools, and safety standards

• Building prototype circuits and testing devices
• Supporting development of testing fixtures and systems

• Understanding manufacturing workflows and process improvements
• Gaining experience in cross-functional collaboration

Education & Experience:

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing…