Manufacturing Engineer Intern

RAM Aerospace • Saint George, UT

1h

About The Position

RAM Aerospace manufactures precision solenoids, valves, actuators, LVDTs, and RVDTs for commercial, defense, and space applications. The Manufacturing Engineer Intern will gain hands-on experience supporting aerospace production and working with experienced Manufacturing Engineers. The position contributes to optimizing plant layouts, developing custom tooling, and implementing Lean manufacturing principles to improve production efficiency and product flow. It includes significant shop-floor exposure to observe manufacturing processes, identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities, and support operator training on developed systems and processes.

The intern will support process documentation and visual work instructions; assist with CAD-based tooling and fixture design; help implement process and assembly improvements; support equipment installation, operation, and maintenance; and assist with operator training. The role also involves engineering activities for special processes such as heat treatment and brazing, and applying SMED principles to machining operations to reduce setup times and increase production capacity. RAM Aerospace is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation to qualified employees with protected disabilities as required by applicable law.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a BS degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related engineering discipline.
• Proficiency in CAD software; SolidWorks is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining and assembly.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with others, including senior engineers and shop-floor operators.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background check and drug screening.
• Must meet ITAR eligibility requirements: U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
• Must be able to sit and stand constantly, frequently transitioning between an office environment and the active manufacturing floor.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs occasionally.

Nice To Haves

• SolidWorks proficiency is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation and maintenance of detailed process documentation and visual work instructions, keeping internal process specifications current and understandable to operators.
• Assist in designing and developing specialized manufacturing tooling and jigs using CAD software.
• Research and implement improved tooling storage and inventory-control methods.
• Help identify and implement process and assembly improvements.
• Research the feasibility and performance of new equipment or components and assess their impact on production efficiency.
• Support machinery installation, operation, and maintenance to ensure equipment meets aerospace specifications.
• Assist in training shop-floor operators on key processes and new equipment, maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Participate in engineering activities for special processes, including heat treatment and brazing.
• Apply SMED principles to machining operations to reduce setup times, improve process efficiency, and increase production capacity.
• Observe manufacturing processes on the shop floor and identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern