Intern - Engineering

Elbit America • Birdsboro, PA

3d

About The Position

Under the direct supervision and mentorship of members of the Engineering Staff, the Engineering Intern will provide technical contributions over diverse product development projects to include various defense systems, airborne systems, and commercial avionics systems. This opportunity requires initiative and creativity along with a foundation in statics, dynamics, materials, and thermodynamics. The Intern will assist in the analysis and development of solutions to complex problems and independently perform tasks critical to the success of the engineering department. The Intern may also support substantial proposals and marketing initiatives and perform research and development work to support the long-term strategic objectives of ESA.

Requirements

• High School diploma and currently enrolled in an accredited technical Bachelor’s degree program.
• Satisfactory completion of at least 2-3 years of college in an engineering major (mechanical preferred).
• US Citizenship required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to understand and follow complex, detailed instructions.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Must be able to approach technical problems logically and scientifically.
• Must be flexible and able to handle multiple priorities.
• Able to work for short to moderate periods of time without direct supervision.
• Computer skills.
• Familiarity with basic shop tools and/or machine equipment.
• An aptitude and understanding of basic electrical, mechanical, optical, or software engineering principles.
• Technical writing and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the mechanical system concept development, detailed mechanical design, assembly/integration, test, and evaluation of mechanical performance parameters at both the component and system level.
• Solid modeling using CAD tools, specifically SolidWorks.
• Drawing creation and release.
• Generating required documentation, including design reports, assembly procedures, bills of materials, test procedures, etc.
• Utilize understanding of static and dynamic mechanical properties (e.g., stress, torque, natural frequency, damping, thermal expansion, etc.)
• Hands-on assembly and fabrication of electro-mechanical mechanisms and components.
• 3D printing and rapid prototyping.
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing in accordance with ASME 14.5-2009.
• Thermal/ structural analysis: use of FEA, specifically ANSYS Workbench.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern