Overview
On Site
Depends on Experience
Contract - Independent
Skills
Collaboration
Data Analysis
Presentations
Hardware Development
Computer Hardware
Solid Modeling
Documentation
Data Collection
Reporting
Test Methods
Security Clearance
Analytical Skill
Creative Problem Solving
Communication
Aerospace
Mechanical Engineering
Materials Science
Work Ethic
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Management
Job Details
Job Description
The student will work in close cooperation with a variety of engineers, as well as laboratory and machine shop personnel, in order to accomplish tasks vital to the success of projects. Interns support a department of engineers in test preparation and execution, data analysis, and data presentation. Assessment of composites, ceramics, and metals primarily for aerospace propulsion systems and hypersonic flight applications. Students will also work hands-on in hardware design and test development. Travel to off-site test facilities and vendor locations may be required. Depending on the team assigned responsibilities may include:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Experience and Skills
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Candidates who display strong work ethic, scholarship, quality workmanship, problem solving, and time management are highly valued. This workplace is a secured facility and U.S. Citizenship, a background check, and drug test are required.
WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work Environment & Conditions
This position is in an office and laboratory environment and sometimes requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses and protective shoes.
The student will work in close cooperation with a variety of engineers, as well as laboratory and machine shop personnel, in order to accomplish tasks vital to the success of projects. Interns support a department of engineers in test preparation and execution, data analysis, and data presentation. Assessment of composites, ceramics, and metals primarily for aerospace propulsion systems and hypersonic flight applications. Students will also work hands-on in hardware design and test development. Travel to off-site test facilities and vendor locations may be required. Depending on the team assigned responsibilities may include:
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Design of test hardware using solid modeling software.
- Test preparation including drawings, text requests, and documentation.
- Data collection, analysis, and reporting.
- Laboratory test method development.
- Perform other duties and assist other employees, as assigned.
Experience and Skills
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Qualifications
- U. S. Citizen
- Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.
- Completed freshman year in aerospace, mechanical, or materials engineering.
- Strong analytical and creative problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to work well with others in a dynamic environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Self-motivated to continually expand knowledge and skills related to this position.
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate intern - Completed bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, or materials engineering.
Candidates who display strong work ethic, scholarship, quality workmanship, problem solving, and time management are highly valued. This workplace is a secured facility and U.S. Citizenship, a background check, and drug test are required.
WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Work Environment & Conditions
This position is in an office and laboratory environment and sometimes requires the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including safety glasses and protective shoes.
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