Intern - Platform Engineer

General Atomics • Adelanto, CA

435d • $60,320 - $64,480

About The Position

The Intern - Platform Engineer position at General Atomics involves supporting Airframe and Structures development projects within the Advanced Airframe Engineering organization. The intern will work under the guidance of a Senior Engineer, participating in various phases of Airframe/Structures sub-system projects, from requirements definition to conceptualization and flight testing.

Requirements

• Active enrollment as an undergraduate student at a recognized college or university
• Completion of undergraduate degree with plans to continue in a graduate program immediately after the internship
• 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred
• Ability to understand new concepts and apply them accurately
• Ability to follow general and detailed instructions and organizational policies
• Basic communication and interpersonal skills for effective interface with internal professionals
• Ability to work independently or in a team environment
• Basic computer skills, experience with Microsoft Project and Excel
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with design, stress analysis, tooling design, materials/process development, or manufacturing of primary composite structures

Nice To Haves

• Experience with design, stress analysis, tooling design, materials/process development, or manufacturing of primary composite structures

Responsibilities

• Support a Sr. Engineer on project(s) of limited size for the Airframe/Structures Sub-System
• Facilitate and coordinate interdependent job functions within the Structures Development IPT
• Develop/derive requirements, internal statement of work, and basis of estimates for Airframe/Structures Sub-System
• Develop Project Tactical Execution Plans with buy-in from SMEs
• Coordinate Design For Manufacturing and Assembly
• Provide engineering/liaison support for product build and qualification testing
• Interact with internal and external engineering and project/program staff regarding technical/requirements issues
• Provide documentation and make technical presentations as required
• Represent the Advanced Aircraft Engineering Department in resolving technical issues associated with specific projects
• Observe all laws, regulations, and obligations while conducting business on behalf of the Company
• Work in a safe manner according to established operating procedures and practices.

Benefits

• Hourly pay rate of $29.00 - $31.00/hr.
• Salary range of $44,590 - $66,295

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree