About the role#
We are looking for a Process Engineering Intern to support the development and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for our current and next generation of autonomous products. You will work alongside experienced engineers to improve production efficiency, optimize processes, and support new product introductions. Your work will help drive quality, productivity, and operational scalability across our manufacturing operations.
What you'll do#
- Support the development and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and operator ergonomics.
- Conduct time studies and analyze cycle times to identify bottlenecks and reduce waste.
- Develop and maintain standard work instructions, process documentation, and visual manufacturing aids.
- Support production capacity studies, line balancing, and labor modeling.
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, and Supply Chain teams to support new product introductions.
- Analyze production performance data, such as cycle times and downtime, to identify improvement opportunities.
- Assist with production line layouts, workstation design, and material flow improvements.
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including root cause analysis and process standardization.
- Support engineering projects from planning through implementation, including process trials and validation.
- Work directly with production operators and technicians to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and implement practical solutions.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, industrial engineering principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to collect, organize, and interpret data.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or similar data analysis tools.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills with an eagerness to learn from engineers, technicians, and production operators.
- Enthusiasm for hands-on engineering, manufacturing operations, and developing creative solutions.
- Familiarity with time study techniques, Lean Manufacturing concepts, CAD software, Python, SQL, or Power BI is a plus.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027.
- The role is based on-site in San Mateo, California.
- Interns are eligible for paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay, and a 401K savings plan.
About Skydio
Skydio designs and manufactures autonomous drones for public safety, defense, and utility inspection. The company focuses on artificial intelligence to simplify flight operations for complex environments. Founded in 2014, the firm maintains its headquarters in San Mateo and manufacturing facilities in Hayward, California. It currently employs over 1,000 people and has shipped more than 60,000 units.
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