Job Title:

Intern

POSITION SUMMARY:

This role will be responsible for individual and team assignments supporting Manufacturing Engineering activities across fabrication, assembly, tooling, and production support functions. The Manufacturing Engineering Intern will work with cross-functional teams to assist in developing, improving, and maintaining manufacturing processes used in the production of aircraft parts, sub-assemblies, and assemblies. This position provides technical and administrative engineering support to Manufacturing Engineers while gaining practical experience in manufacturing process development, production problem solving, tooling coordination, continuous improvement, and shop floor support.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Provide technical and engineering administrative support to Manufacturing Engineers

Assist with the development, review, and maintenance of manufacturing plans, work instructions, and process documentation

Support production activities by assisting with manufacturing process troubleshooting and resolution of shop floor issues

Assist in reviewing engineering drawings, models, specifications, and manufacturing requirements

Support tooling, fixture, and work cell planning activities as required

Assist with continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, safety, cost, and schedule performance

Participate in cross-functional meetings with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, Planning, Methods, and Operations teams

Assist with data collection, process observations, time studies, and analysis to support manufacturing improvements

Support root cause and corrective action activities related to production nonconformances, process issues, or manufacturing constraints

Assist in the creation and maintenance of production metrics, reports, trackers, and other engineering documentation

Support implementation of lean manufacturing principles, standard work, and process optimization initiatives

Assist with coordination of manufacturing changes, process updates, and production readiness activities

Perform other related duties as required

Minimum Position Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Export Control Compliance requirements (ITAR), therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R

is required.

Education and Experience

Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, methods engineering, or a related field.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is required.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally with all levels of staff and management.

Eagerness to learn and take on new challenges, with a proactive approach to tasks and responsibilities.

Preferred

Familiarity with CAD models, Teamcenter, TC vis, NX and Lean Manufacturing Principles

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and frequently required to stand; walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Requires moderate physical effort consisting of occasionally lifting and/or moving light to moderately heavy weight material up to 35 lbs.

Mental Demands

General knowledge of all phases of aircraft design, approval, manufacturing, and service, all manufacturing processes and techniques relative to fabrication and assembly.

Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions need to be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those the employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to both office and manufacturing environments. May be exposed to odors, chemical agents, dust, fumes, gases, sharp objects, hazardous or moving equipment, wet slippery floors, and extremes in temperature and humidity.

Interacts regularly with various staff and employees, and occasionally with vendors, suppliers, community members and regulatory agency representatives.

Travel and overtime are required when necessary.

Operational Excellence

Supports all operational excellence initiatives ensuring full participation in all department services, continuous improvement efforts, and training programs.

Quality Assurance

Maintains a safe, orderly working environment including FOD compliance.

Ensures adherence to Piper Aircraft, Inc. corporate compliance policies.

Adheres to organization and department policies and procedures.

Compliance

Responsible for ensuring compliance with laws, rules and regulations appropriate to job function.

Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.

Work ethically and with integrity; upholds organizational values.

Maintains compliance with company safety policies and procedures, OSHA, and EPA regulations including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), behaviors, physical space and hazardous waste disposal procedures.

Knowledgeable in regard to the safety policies and procedures of the Company as described in the Company safety manual. The employee must adhere to all said policies and procedures while supporting the goals and objectives of the organization and recognize the Company’s need to achieve its business objective.

Communicates Effectively

Effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills who understands how to develop and maintain external supplier and internal customer relations in both written and oral form.

Maintain a high level of professionalism at all times during direct contact with employees, suppliers, and customers.

Decision Quality

Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving on-time with deliverables.

Optimizes Work Processes

Knows and contributes the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Attention to Detail

Takes responsibility for a thorough, accurate, and detailed method of completing work tasks.

Drives Results

Overcomes adversity, consistently achieving quality results - even under demanding deadlines and unexpected operating circumstances.

Teamwork

Interacts, partners, and collaborates effectively with others, positively contributing to overall department and organizational deliverables and results.