Job Overview
We are seeking an Intern, Instrumentation Engineering for summer 2024 for our Stennis Space Center (SSC) facility in Mississippi.
Summer internships will start in approximately May/June and end in August/September.
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.
Aerojet Rocketdyne’s facility located at NASA’s Stennis Space Center, MS helped build and test the rocket engines that took humans to the Moon with Apollo, low-earth orbit with the Space Shuttle program, and now we are going farther than ever before with NASA’s Artemis program!
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. 4/10 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, 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 intern will have an opportunity to learn and/or use basic engineering and Operations principles, theories and concepts in support of engine test and processing activities.
100 - Assist Test Instrumentation & Control (I&C) Engineers with general Control Room activities, including set-up, instrument selection, system documentation/drawings, and preparation of review charts/graphs.
Requirements
Candidate must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Engineering (or similar major) and returning to school upon completion of the assignment.
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.
Preferred Qualifications
3.2 GPA or above
Junior standing or above
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, product drawing, and related specifications
Solid academic track record of accomplishment
Working knowledge of Microsoft Software applications
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Self-starter with the ability to work with little direction
Leadership & teamwork skills
Work Environment/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.
