Intern: Research Engineer

As a Research Intern, you will complete specified projects and tasks within internship or co-op period.

Guiding Principles

• Do What is Right-We have integrity and strong character ● We are trustworthy ● We follow through on our commitments ● We are respectful ● We value diverse backgrounds, approaches, and perspectives ● We take care of our team members and our customers.
• Dare Mighty Things-We have courage ● We do what others think is impossible ● We love the challenge ● We are not afraid to take risks ● We have passion ● We have a bias for action ● We make things happen ● We succeed under adversity ● We are resilient ● We have grit.
• Make A Difference-We make the world better with our products and solutions ● We are engaged in our community ● We each make a difference within our company ● We are lifelong learners, both professionally and personally ● We are servant leaders.
• Own It-We take responsibility We are entrepreneurial ● We take pride in everything we do ● We check our egos at the door ● We delegate authority ● We empower team members to make decisions ● We learn from failure ● We support one another.
• Simplify-We actively seek out way to simplify ● We value clarity and brevity ● We break plans down into actionable steps ● We streamline processes ● We are humble ● We make do with what we have ● We are resourceful.

Essential Functions

• Perform analysis on stratospheric balloon flight telemetry.
• Complete projects as assigned within internship discipline.
• Attend Aerostar sponsored training and educational seminars.
• Engage and participate in Aerostar sponsored events.
• Work closely with assigned mentor and manager to reach a successful completion of internship.
• Provide periodic updates to managers and peers on assigned project(s).
• Complete summer end internship presentation.
• Demonstrates the guiding principles of Aerostar.
• May be called upon to perform comparable duties of a similar or related nature and/or assist in other areas as needed.
• Learning, understanding, continuously improving, and promoting the division’s quality management system in accordance with ISO standards.

Qualifications

• College student or recent graduate in engineering, math, computer science or physics.
• Familiarity with statistics and probability theory.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, without close supervision.
• Problem-solving abilities. Ability to identify waste and creatively look for solutions.
• Ability to work with high level of confidentiality.
• Capacity to be flexible and multitask.
• Proficient with a computers, including Linux, text editors and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff.

Physical Requirements: Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions: Exposure to a normal office environment. Position may occasionally require entering a production environment, including exposure to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures.

Benefits:

Interns are eligible to participate in some of our benefits such as 401(k)-retirement plan, paid time off (PTO), and access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

EEOC Statement:

Aerostar is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.