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Mechanical Engineering Co-op (Fall 2020)

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Sierra Nevada Corporation

Mechanical Engineering Co-op (Fall 2020)

Durham, NC +1 location
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Interns will work with a designated mentor or team to gain a thorough understanding of the career field of interest to include theory and practical application of obtained knowledge. The intern will benefit from mentoring, coaching and side-by-side work with knowledgeable and experienced experts in the field. The objective is real, hands-on work assignments related to intern's major, providing them with skills vitally important in today's business environment. Those interested in employment following an internship will be considered based on current openings, performance during internship, and proximity to graduation.

    At SNC's Space Systems Group (SSG) we are not only the creator of the Dream Chaser® spacecraft, but also the designer and manufacturer of rocket engines and components, systems that sustain life in deep space, as well as systems and satellites that improve life here on Earth. The work of our Space Systems team not only supports the U.S. government (including NASA), but also commercial customers and international organizations. Learn more about SSG

    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

    • Translate conceptual drawings, verbal descriptions, and sketches into detailed models and drawings
    • Generate Engineering Change Orders (ECO) within Configuration Management (CM) system
    • Prepare supporting technical documentation and analyses for internal and external use
    • Assist in preparation of Manufacturing and Test plans/procedures
    • Interact with Manufacturing and Test supporting the fabrication and validation of hardware
    • Establishes learning objectives with mentor/supervisor
    • Supports assignments that represent general tasking in the field of interest
    • Occasionally takes on special projects as assigned by the mentor/supervisor
    • Establishes fundamental business/technical foundation through practice of internal processes and procedures
  • Qualifications

    Must Haves:

    • Completed a minimum of 30 credit hours while pursuing a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
    • A GPA of 3.2 or above; 3.0 or above for working students
    • Technical skills complimentary to the field of interest.
    • Strong skills in Word, Excel and Visio; Access is a plus.
    • Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
    • Presentation skills using Powerpoint helpful.
    • Strong organization skills.
    • Detail oriented.

    Nice to Have:

    • Experience with 3D design/drafting package (SolidWorks Preferred)
    • Ability to create/revise technical documents
    • Ability to perform basic mechanical stress analyses

    At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America's fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC

  • Industry
    Defense and Space
  • Locations
    Durham, NC • Madison, WI
  • About Us

    Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) delivers customer-focused technologies and best-of-breed systems integrations in the aerospace, national security & defense sectors. Applications span navigation/guidance, communications, electronic warfare and threat detection, cybersecurity, infrastructure protection and commercial space.