Manufacturing Engineer Intern
GKN Aerospace
internship
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Location Type: Office
Location: Newington • Connecticut • United States
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Job Level
About the role
- Assist engineers with process improvement, data collection, and analysis
- Support engineering projects related to manufacturing, quality, or operations
- Create and update engineering documentation, reports, and work instructions
- Participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives
- Assist with time studies, layouts, and workflow optimization
- Support testing, validation, and implementation of engineering solutions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Quality, and Supply Chain
- Follow all safety policies and procedures
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, Aerospace, or related field)
- Completed at least one year of engineering coursework
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and basic data analysis
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with CAD software (Siemens NX, SolidWorks, or similar)
- Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma concepts
- Prior internship, co-op, or hands-on project experience
- Interest in manufacturing or aerospace environments
Benefits
- Hands-on engineering experience in a professional environment
- Mentorship from experienced engineers
- Exposure to real engineering projects and processes
- Opportunity to develop technical and professional skills
- Potential consideration for future internship or full-time opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
data analysisprocess improvementroot cause analysisworkflow optimizationtestingvalidationengineering documentationLean ManufacturingSix SigmaCAD software
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillsindependent workteam collaborationwritten communicationverbal communication