About the role#
As a Manufacturing Engineering Intern, you will work with manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers to transition the Reliable Autonomy System into production. You will work directly with mechanical, electromechanical, and avionics hardware while building the processes and shop-floor infrastructure that support our production operations. This role offers direct ownership in an aerospace environment and provides visibility into the full lifecycle from initial design review to shop-floor execution.
What you'll do#
- Assemble, route, inspect, and test prototype and flight-grade electromechanical subassemblies, wire harnesses, and avionics packages.
- Author standard operating procedures and visual work instructions to establish repeatable build processes.
- Collaborate with design engineering on DFM, DFA, and DFT to optimize components for producibility, assembly ergonomics, inspectability, and yield.
- Design, 3D print, and machine custom assembly jigs, test fixtures, and alignment tooling.
- Help design workstations, optimize line layout, and implement lean 5S standards for low-rate initial production.
- Support root-cause investigations on hardware non-conformances and implement corrective actions to improve first-pass yield.
What you'll need#
- Current undergraduate student pursuing a B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechatronics Engineering, with Junior or Senior standing preferred.
- Hands-on hardware experience through collegiate engineering teams, maker spaces, personal technical projects, or a prior engineering internship.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, or electrical schematics.
- Foundational proficiency in 3D CAD modeling.
- Comfort working on the production floor with hand tools, shop equipment, and basic diagnostic hardware.
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and navigate an active manufacturing environment.
Location & details#
- This internship is based in Mountain View, California.
- This is a full-time, on-site position for Summer 2027.
- This position is paid.
- Please note that this role requires access to information subject to U.S. export controls. Employment is contingent upon the applicant's capacity to perform in compliance with these laws.
About Reliable Robotics Corporation
Reliable Robotics Corporation develops autonomous flight systems for the aviation industry. Founded in 2017, the company operates out of Mountain View, California. It employs approximately 249 people. The organization focuses on automating aircraft to improve the transport of goods and people.
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