Intern - Mechanical Engineering

Westerkirk•Mississauga, ON

About The Position

De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (DHC) is a storied name in the aerospace industry, recognized worldwide for its pioneering contributions to aviation and its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and reliability. Headquartered in Calgary, AB, DHC currently has approximately 2,400 employees across British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, as well as in markets and distribution hubs world-wide. Established in 1928, De Havilland Canada has a rich history marked by the development of some of the most iconic and versatile aircraft ever built. Over the decades, De Havilland Canada has evolved to meet the changing needs of the aviation industry. Today, we are more than just an aircraft manufacturer; we are a comprehensive aerospace company with capabilities that span design, production, maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our operations are supported by a team of skilled engineers, technicians, and industry professionals who are dedicated to upholding the highest standards of craftsmanship and innovation. This internship is an opportunity to develop engineering data packages to support the development and certification of various aircraft modifications. This includes engineering design, technical analysis, and airworthiness certification activities. Various disciplines requiring support include Hydraulics, Landing Gear, Doors, Flight Controls, Propulsion, Environmental Control and supporting Installation Structure.

Requirements

Current engineering undergraduate student

Nice To Haves

Preference to students who are completing an aerospace or mechanical engineering degree.

Responsibilities

Support reviewing vendor requirement specifications, design documentation including engineering drawings, modification summary packages and vendor equipment qualification reports.
Support Design Change Proposals.
Support engineering drawing and CATIA computer system modeling change and review.
Support aircraft test programs including writing Test Definition Sheets, aircraft equipment integration, aircraft test witnessing and subsequent test report development and review.
Support preparing and defining Technical Requirement Documents and Engineering Technical Assessments.
Support evaluating vendor technical proposals, internal Program Change Requests and Engineering Change Notices.
Support preparing technical reports to show compliance to the applicable certification requirements.
Ensure airworthiness is maintained per required regulations.