Engineering Intern

About Us:

As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-time delivery, and industry-leading quality.

The Pursuit family of companies has cultivated long-term relationships with our customers around the world through respect, teamwork, technology, and trust. We are driven to develop industry leading process innovations and manufacturing techniques on behalf of our customers. Our exceptional quality is driven by a deep investment in and the daily practice of continually improving our people, processes, and products.

About the Opportunity:

The Manufacturing Engineering Intern role provides hands-on exposure to aerospace component manufacturing in a high-mix, low-volume environment specializing in complex formed sheet metal engine components. Interns are paired with experienced Manufacturing Engineer mentors and directly support production, process, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Interns are expected to spend significant time working on the shop floor Genba, applying engineering fundamentals in real-world scenarios. Learning occurs through hands-on experimentation and trystorming, defined as rapid, practical problem-solving through direct trial and iteration in the manufacturing environment. This internship is structured to provide meaningful technical experience while supporting the Company's long-term talent pipeline into full-time engineering and operations roles.

Location: Eastford, CT

Responsibilities:

Under the guidance of Manufacturing Engineering mentors, interns will support a range of engineering and operational activities, including:

• Supporting manufacturing process development, documentation, and continuous improvement for aerospace sheet metal components.
• Working on the Genba to troubleshoot production issues and support corrective action implementation.
• Participating in Kaizen workshops and continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Developing and maintaining work instructions, process flows, standard work, and visual controls.
• Supporting engineering changes and coordinating with quality and operations teams.
• Using CAD systems to create, modify, and review part models, tooling, fixtures, and layouts.
• Collecting and analyzing data related to yield, scrap, cycle time, and process performance.
• Applying Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving tools in a manufacturing environment.
• Gaining hands-on experience on the Genba with CNC machines, lasers, forming presses, inspection tooling, and related equipment.
• Supporting a customer-focused and quality-driven manufacturing culture.

Responsibilities are assigned based on academic background, demonstrated capability, and business needs.

Required Qualifications:

• Actively enrolled in an accredited college or university pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Material Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
• Ability to work on-site and spend significant time working on the shop floor (Genba).
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time basis without sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.
• Must be able to perform work subject to ITAR/EAR regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous internship, co-op, laboratory, shop, or hands-on technical experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• Exposure to:
• Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and/or Six Sigma principles
• 3D parametric modeling and drafting CAD systems
• GD&T
• Manufacturing processes, particularly sheet metal fabrication
• Familiarity with ERP or MRP systems.
• Interest in continuous improvement, problem-solving, and practical applications of engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and interest in hands-on manufacturing environments.
• Experience working with or around manufacturing equipment, including CNC machines, lasers, forming presses, inspection equipment, material handling equipment, and general shop machinery.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and willingness to learn in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Interest in pursuing a full-time career in Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Engineering, or Operations after graduation.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a climate-controlled, well lit, and reasonably clean aerospace manufacturing environment. Noise levels are generally below 80 decibels.
• Most work is performed on the shop floor in a manufacturing environment with required PPE.
• Role involves standing, walking, climbing stairs, and moving around equipment during daily activities.
• May occasionally involve stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, or lifting items up to 25 pounds.
• Work requires use of hands and arms to handle and manipulate parts, tools, and equipment.
• Tasks include a blend of hands-on activities with parts, tools, and equipment, and technical work such as reviewing data and using computer-based systems.
• Frequent interaction and communication with production teams in a dynamic environment.
• Extended periods of focus and attention to detail may be required when working on technical projects.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Acknowledgements:

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

Benefits:

Pursuit Aerospace also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements, among other things.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Pursuit Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.