About the role#
This internship supports the production of high-reliability electronic hardware for tactical satellite equipment. You will work on-site in Rochester, New York, focusing on tasks like surface mount technology solder assembly, mechanical integration, and environmental testing. The position follows a 9/80 schedule, meaning you work 80 hours over nine days and have every other Friday off.
What you'll do#
- Create work instructions, assembly routings, and process procedures.
- Support senior engineers with new product introductions and root-cause investigations.
- Qualify new tools and equipment while implementing engineering changes.
- Maintain labor standards, process controls, and reporting systems.
- Work with Integrated Product Teams to move products from engineering to production.
- Estimate manufacturing costs and determine time standards.
- Perform economic analyses to identify variances in labor and cycle times.
- Attend daily shift huddles and track product line performance indicators.
- Oversee non-conformance reviews and implement corrective actions.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a bachelor degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or industrial engineering.
- Experience with soldering or basic electronic manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Creo.
- A basic understanding of 3D printing.
- Experience with statistical software like Minitab or JMP.
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt certification is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Rochester, New York.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time.
- Compensation: $22.00 to $40.50 per hour.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company provides technology solutions for space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. It maintains headquarters in Melbourne, Florida. The organization functions as a public company with over 31,000 employees.
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