Aerojet Rocketdyne seeks a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to join our facility next Summer 2024 in Orange (Culpeper), VA.

Summer internships will start in approximately May/June and end in August/September.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

Our site near Culpeper, VA, in beautiful, rural Orange County (1.5 hours from Washington, DC) is growing! This site is Aerojet Rocketdyne's center of excellence for Solid Rocket Motor Propulsion and Energetics development as well as high-complexity production programs.

You're not just "doing a job" at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company. The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

Trusted - We didn't apply for this honor, but Aerojet Rocketdyne is proud to be recognized as one of America's Most Trusted Aerospace & Defense Companies by Newsweek / Statista two years in a row!
• Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation's aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | L3Harris
• Rest and Relaxation- Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 schedule providing longer weekends. Paid holidays including one-week year-end paid holiday shutdown
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out: Benefits | L3Harris
• Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development - Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University and Energetics University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
• Employee Resource Groups - Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs

30% - Reviewing and approving drawings for producibility.

25% - Identifying and implementing process improvements/advancements and reporting status.

25% - Establishing data collection methods. Learning and applying understanding of variation and statistical analysis to ensure process robustness.

10% - Creating and releasing process documentation and process specification interpretation.

10% - Providing real-time analysis of quality drivers, non-confrmances, performance, customer escapes and inefficiencies.

Candidate must be pursuing a Bachelor's (preferably at Sophomore/Junior level) or Master's degree in a related engineering discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

3.0 GPA or above

Junior standing or above

Solid academic track record of accomplishment

Exceptional written and verbal communications skills

Proficient in the use of PC, internet, intranet and electronic office applications

Adept at taking direction, work well with teams and be customer focused

Demonstrated ability to perform on task and follow up on assignments

Able to handle multiple projects at the same time and have basic project management skills

Safe work practices, proper ethics and attention to detail

Candidate must work with moderate guidance on projects with short-term focus. This position requires a postive attitude and personal interaction with various team members and customers.

Requires U.S. Citizenship or status as a U.S. Person. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activity (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stair, scaffolding, ramps), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces), bending, reaching, handling/fingering (seizing, holding, grasping, turning picking, pinching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. May also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer. Ability to distinguish colors may also be necessary. Some employees may be required to drive between various locations within the Company facility or between locations. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.