About the role#
As a Summer Engineering Intern, you will gain hands-on experience by working with our Production Engineering team. This role supports aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) operations over a 10 to 12 week period during the summer of 2027. You will work alongside experienced engineers to contribute to projects involving repair development, tooling design, and process improvement.
What you'll do#
- Support Production Engineering projects within MRO operations.
- Assist with the development and implementation of repair methods and manufacturing processes.
- Create and revise engineering drawings, technical documentation, and work instructions.
- Assist with the design and development of tooling, fixtures, and test equipment.
- Analyze technical issues to help identify corrective actions and process improvements.
- Support risk assessments, including Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA).
- Review technical manuals and engineering data to support production activities.
- Assist with testing, troubleshooting, and technical data analysis.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to meet project timelines.
- Follow safety, quality, and regulatory requirements, ensuring any safety concerns are reported immediately.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a post-secondary engineering program, specifically Mechanical, Aerospace, or Industrial Engineering.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes, shop equipment, or machining gained through coursework, labs, or previous work.
- Experience with precision measuring instruments.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with project planning, data analysis, or process improvement.
- Clear verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
- Ability to learn and follow technical documentation and engineering procedures.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
- Experience with CAD software, manufacturing systems, or FMEA is helpful but not required.
Location & details#
- Location: San Antonio, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: This is a full-time, on-site position.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
About StandardAero
StandardAero provides maintenance, repair, and overhaul services for the aviation and aerospace sectors. The company operates through divisions focused on engine services and component repair. It serves customers across business and commercial aviation, the military, and industrial power markets. Founded in 1911, the organization maintains 49 facilities globally and employs nearly 7,500 people. Its headquarters are located in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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