Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) Intern - Electronic Parts

AeroVironment•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At AV, we firmly believe that all internships are not created equal. Our summer internship program is meticulously designed to provide students with an immersive and dynamic experience within our industry, offering a taste of what it's like to be part of our professional team. AV is seeking a Systems Engineering intern to support multiple efforts within the Space Technologies business unit. The business unit has been developing the techniques, systems, subsystems, and design elements required to implement high reliability opto-mechanical and electrical space systems and components. The Systems Engineering intern is a key member of an integrated team operating in a very dynamic environment. As part of this process, we are seeking qualified intern candidates in their second or third year of an accredited 4-year engineering program in order to identify potential candidates earlier in their career. The candidate will work across engineering disciplines to support our Systems Engineering team with lifecycle management of high-reliability electronic components in the PLM environment. Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, configuration management, and compliance to manage part metadata, ensure BOM accuracy, and mitigate obsolescence risk. We strive to provide an enriching full-time job, enabling our interns to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, contribute to meaningful projects, build strong relationships with coworkers, and develop strategic problem-solving skills. Our program is highly selective, ensuring personalized attention and ample opportunities to work closely with AV team members.

Requirements

Currently pursuing an engineering degree from an accredited university; BS in EE/ME/IE/SE/CS or related
Due to the nature of this position, U.S. Citizenship is required
Familiarity with electronic components (passives, semiconductors, connectors, power)
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with PLM/CAD/EDA tools (Arena, Altium, SolidWorks)
Demonstrated leadership experience through school or extracurricular projects
Strong technical documentation skills
Strong ability to work in teams and collaborate with peers and internal customers
Strong analytical skills – comfortable working with quantitative and qualitative data
Ability to learn new processes quickly
Active listener and persistently curious
Effective communication skills; comfortable working in a team environment; high energy and desire to learn

Responsibilities

Create and maintain part records and attributes in PLM
Review datasheets, material declarations, RoHS/REACH, and ITAR/EAR classifications
Maintain lifecycle status, preferred/alternate parts, and obsolescence flags
Support BOM accuracy and part-to-product traceability
Identify at-risk components and research replacements
Standardize naming conventions and classification structures
Conduct data quality audits and improve workflows