Job Overview
We seeking to fill an Intern – Materials & Processes Engineering role for Summer 2024 at its Culpeper, VA location.
Internships will start in approximately May/June and end in August/September.
This posting may represent one or more specific immediate or near-term openings. Those who express an interest may be considered for current and future positions.
About Us
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.
Youre 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 didnt 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
Essential Functions
The role will be supporting rocket propulsion materials and process development.
After orientation and training, intern will perform entry-level engineering assignments under direct supervision of other engineers following established procedures and policies.
The positionswill support senior engineering staff and provide experience and familiarization with our programs, processes and products.
Projects may include materials engineering support for propellant development and production manufacturing and test, assisting in the selection of materials and formulations for product application, tailoring of the propellant formulation to the design allowables from literature and experimental data, the performance of material/propellant properties to the design allowables, and the generation of technical reports and presentations to document technical conclusions/findings.
Requirements
Candidate must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Chemistry, Material Science, Chemical Engineering (or similar major), and be returning to school upon completion of the assignment.
Preferred Qualifications
3.2 GPA or above
Enrolled in an advanced degree program
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 and Physical Requirements
Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit or stand and maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require occasional walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.
