Product Development Associate (May-August) 2026 Engineering Co-op

CRG Defense•Miamisburg, OH

18h•$23 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Be part of something different.. hands-on applied research & development collaborative multi-disciplinary engineering in multiple technology areas entrepreneurial mindset working in a fast-paced, creative, team-oriented environment. Now hiring electrical or computer engineering technology majors for Summer 2026. 40 hours/week co-op positions in a hands-on product development laboratory environment in Miamisburg, OH, south of Dayton (no remote work). To apply to this position ALL applicants MUST complete application process via our website at https://CrgDefense.com/careers AND Handshake. CRG Defense is an Aerospace and Defense company located in Dayton, Ohio. Our multidisciplinary team has successfully tackled our customers’ most challenging problems with discipline, creativity and flexibility. This has resulted in CRG Defense being recognized as a leader in innovation, in technology commercialization, and in providing a work environment that is deeply rewarding. To learn more about us, please visit: https://CrgDefense.com. When you join our dynamic and rapidly-growing organization, you will collaborate closely within our multi-disciplinary team of Engineers and Scientists to rapidly develop and demonstrate innovation across a broad range of technology areas, including our core business areas: Aerospace Systems quiet electric propulsion; electric aircraft systems; design-build-fly prototypes Power and Energy portable power systems; power conversion, management, and distribution; battery technology; vehicle electrification Advanced Materials and Manufacturing composite design and fabrication; high temperature material and process development Human, Health and AI health & wellness products; patient care; wearables; environment monitoring and protection CRG Defense’s corporate culture creates a climate of “accelerated experience” for its Product Development Associates (engineering co-ops). Product Development Associates work alongside full-time professional staff in a hands-on laboratory environment on Government projects. This accelerated work experience gives college students graduate-level challenges and real-world work experience while undergraduates. OUR VALUES Our employees are our most important assets. Our team mentality is key to our success. We value: -Honesty and Integrity -Respect and Dedication -Humility, Agility, and Will We run fast but value work-life balance and flexibility. Our entrepreneurial / intrapreneurial mindset fosters our growth. Experience a CRG Defense co-op/internship: Innovative, entrepreneurial corporate culture Hands-on experience Team-oriented atmosphere Freedom to create and take risks Competitive pay What to expect as a CRG Defense co-op/intern: Fast-paced work environment Responsibilities normally assigned to college graduates Challenges to solve on a regular basis Mentoring from professional staff Essential career skill development

Requirements

Exclusive US citizenship is required
Able to work Monday-Friday, 40 hours/per week
Enrollment in a qualified engineering program for the duration of this Co-Op is required
40 hours/week co-op positions in a hands-on research laboratory environment (no remote work)
No summer-only internships; successful candidates must attend schools that support non-summer work rotations