2026 Summer - Industrial/Quality Engineering Intern - Dallas TX

  • Dallas, TX
  • Posted 2 hours ago | Updated 2 hours ago

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Quality Assurance
Cypress
Operational Excellence
Statistics
Presentations
Management
Layout
AutoCAD
Lean Six Sigma
5S
Value Stream Mapping
Manufacturing
Process Flow
Brainstorming
Auditing
Industrial Engineering
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Network
DoD
Security Clearance
Telemedicine
Legal
Insurance
FOCUS
Finance
Professional Development
DRS
Customer Focus
Innovation

Job Details

Job ID: 113415
Location: Dallas TX
Schedule: 12 -14 week internship on 9/80


The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Employing the world's brightest. Supporting the world's bravest.

Job Summary

The Industrial Engineer intern will work closely with the Operational Excellence and Industrial Engineering team. The intern will assist the Operational Excellence and Industrial Engineering team with various assignments, while providing the opportunity to learn and develop new skills while enhancing knowledge within the Industrial Engineering field.

Job Responsibilities
Gather, compile, review, validate, and analyze data and information from multiple sources
Use software for functional area, to compile and generate reports, statistics, timelines, tables, graphs, correspondence and presentations
Work closely with and assist engineers in the conduct of various engineering assignments
Ability to effectively manage time in completing assigned tasks
Must have good interpersonal skills and have the ability to build a good network
Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures
This position typically spend 70% of their time supporting production, performing observations of the operations (Time studies) and 30% analyzing the data
Be able to validate facility layout using AutoCAD
Basic knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma Manufacturing methodologies for waste reduction, 5S, Standard Work, TAKT, Pull System, single piece flow, Value Stream Mapping, cell design and manufacturing flow
Support the creation of current state process flow based on observations, and participate in brainstorming sessions to improve process
Conduct 6S audits
Perform a wide variety of tasks to gain familiarity with the Industrial Engineering tools
Other duties as assigned
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a 4 years degree program or 2 years Masters program in Industrial Engineering
  • Enrolled at time of application as a Junior or Senior with at least a minimum 3.0 GPA
  • Proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft Word)
  • Must have good interpersonal skills and have the ability to build a good network
  • Must be diligent, hardworking, and quick study

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.
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