Manufacturing Engineer Co-Op

Onsite:
Phoenix, AZ

Co-op from July – December 2027

No relocation assistance or housing provided

Mercury Systems is seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op eager to learn, contribute, and bring fresh ideas to the Manufacturing Engineering team. In this hands‑on role, you’ll support manufacturing process improvements, performance monitoring, and data analytics.

• Support manufacturing operations to ensure on‑time delivery, quality, and operational efficiency
• Partner with the Manufacturing Engineering team to identify and implement process improvements
• Participate in team meetings to contribute to product and process improvement initiatives
• Interpret, analyze, and summarize large datasets to support decision‑making
• Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities beyond predefined KPIs
• Conduct statistical data analysis and create clear charts, dashboards, and reports
• Analyze equipment performance and utilization to support continuous improvement
• Monitor and analyze SPC trends and product yield data
• Maintain clear, accurate documentation of analysis, findings, and process changes

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in engineering, mathematics, physics, or a related technical discipline
• A minimum GPA of 3.1 is required. You will be asked to submit your transcripts during the review process
• Working knowledge of statistics and data analysis concepts
• Proficiency with MS Office tools (bonus for Power BI)
• Exposure to Lean Six Sigma tools - Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, 5Y analysis etc.
• Exposure to MRP concepts, forecasting methods or inventory management
• Demonstrated leadership through an executive role in a club/organization/athletic team, etc.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

"This position requires you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government."

• Experience with statistical analysis tools (e.g., Minitab or similar software)
• Self-starter with the ability to proactively collaborate with teams outside of the immediate group to find solutions
• Ability to translate technical and analytical findings into clear, actionable insights for non-technical audiences

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide.

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We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two‑way dialogue at all levels of the organization.

We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

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