Dynamics Technician - Internship

Element U.S. Space & Defense • Camden, AR

9d • Onsite

About The Position

At Element U.S. Space & Defense, we support the nation’s defense and space missions by providing critical testing services that ensure safety, quality, and performance. Our internship program offers a unique opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience working alongside industry experts across our Dynamics, Ballistics, and Environmental testing departments. Interns will be exposed to real-world testing processes, advanced equipment, and cutting-edge projects that directly support aerospace and defense customers. This experience is designed to build practical skills, deepen technical knowledge, and provide meaningful insight into a career within the space and defense industry. All training will be provided.

Requirements

• Under general supervision; completes intermediate technical and mechanical procedures, regularly interacts with clients, troubleshoots and reworks standard tests. Intermediate interpretation and analysis of test results
• Comprehensive knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical & Dynamics principles, working knowledge of basic safety practices; basic understanding of AC/DC circuits
• Able to use all standard Dynamics equipment; able to accurately capture necessary data; basic MS Office skills
• Basic MS Office skills
• Currently enrolled in a technical or engineering program of study
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Experience with hand tools
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs
• Must be a US Citizen

Responsibilities

• Test Setup - Read specifications from technical documents (Test Standards, Customer SOWs, and Test Plans/Procedures), identify/prepare test equipment
• Perform Testing - Monitor tests per specifications, interact with customers if needed, troubleshoot, and document all pertinent data
• Data Processing - After test completion, verify, review and document all pertinent data. Finalize data and send to the Program Manager
• Lab Maintenance / Post-Test Breakdown - Physically remove test items. Maintain lab by cleaning all equipment, keeping calibrated instruments current, & organizing supplies
• Other - Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Seven (7) paid holidays and four (4) paid floating holidays, depending on your hire date
• Paid Time Off (PTO), accrued biweekly
• 401k with employer match
• Twelve (12) hours of Paid Volunteer Time Off (PVTO) each year
• Tuition reimbursement and other employee programs
• Flexible schedules offered at some of our labs
• Monthly Lab Bonus plans (Based on position)

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed