Manufacturing Quality Intern

Overview:

Draper is an independent, nonprofit research and development company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000 employees of Draper tackle important national challenges with a promise of delivering successful and usable solutions. From military defense and space exploration to biomedical engineering, lives often depend on the solutions we provide. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work in a collaborative environment that inspires the cross-fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation. For more information about Draper, visit www.draper.com.

Job Description Summary:

Engineering Students (interns) support the manufacturing of electronic systems or may assist in sustaining and improving the quality processes across the full engineering and manufacturing life cycle. Students will contribute to projects in various engineering disciplines and have the opportunity to collaborate with engineers or technicians to build and test systems, hardware, or components on various projects. Students may also be involved in ensuring quality products are produced and quality procedures are upheld.

Duties/Responsibilities

Job Description:

• Design, develop, and enhancement engineering solutions for challenging problems.
• Implement, test, perform analysis, and provide documentation support.
• Generate and present test reports including plots, tables, evaluation criteria, and conclusions from data collected and analyzed throughout the test process.
• Complete assignments designed to develop a practical knowledge of processes, procedures, equipment, facilities, and systems as well as their interrelationships within engineering disciplines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Program Requirements

• Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required.
• There is flexibility regarding hours and program duration based on applicant’s school schedule and availability.
  
  

Skills/Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent work ethic with the ability to work independently or in a team environment.
• Ability to adapt to ever-changing environments, risks, and vulnerabilities.
• Strong computer skills including MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
  
  

Duties/Responsibilities

Additional Job Description:

• Support Quality Engineers in day-to-day activities pertaining to assigned projects. This may include the following:
• Performance of Inspections: Receiving, Touch Labor, Shipping, First Article Inspections (FAI) etc.
• Development and verification of work instructions and their implementation in the Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
• Performance of End Item Acceptances
• Performance of Audits: Physical Configuration Audit (PCA), Functional Configuration Audit (FCA), Process, Infrastructure
• Development and verification of governing and implementing documents
• Nonconformance review and management
• Continuous Process Improvements (CPI)
• Risk and Opportunity Management
• Interfacing with suppliers
• Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) assessments
• Perform data analysis of project trends
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  

Program Requirements

• Enrolled in an accredited full-time undergraduate or graduate degree program required. Students pursuing the following degrees are encouraged to apply: Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, and Industrial Engineering.
• Ability to commit to being on site at Cambridge full-time. Note: There is flexibility regarding hours, and program duration based on applicant’s school schedule and availability.
  
  

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Job Location - City:

Cambridge

Job Location - State:

Massachusetts

Job Location - Postal Code:

02139-3563

The US base salary range for this full-time position is

$15.00 - $225.00

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Union ranges will be in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement's approved rates by location and role. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and does not include bonuses or benefits.

Our work is very important to us, but so is our life outside of work. Draper supports many programs to improve work-life balance including workplace flexibility, employee clubs ranging from photography to yoga, health and finance workshops, off site social events and discounts to local museums and cultural activities. If this specific job opportunity and the chance to work at a nationally renowned R&D innovation company appeals to you, apply now www.draper.com/careers.

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. We understand the value of inclusivity and its impact on a high-performance culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@draper.com.