What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials & Processes Engineering Intern (Orange, VA) position at Harris Corporation?
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Job Title: Intern, Materials & Processes Engineering
Job ID: 29384
Job Location: Virginia
Job Schedule: 9/80 - 9 hours Monday - Thursday, 8 hours every other Friday
Job Description:
The Energetic & Propellant Development classification is responsible for performing chemical research and analysis tasks to support propellant and compound synthesis and characterization, combustion and diagnostics, chemical synthesis and characterization, material qualification and compatibility, environmental compliance and remediation activities, and manufacturing processes. Conceives, organizes, promotes and executes ideas and plans to improve energetics, propulsion and warhead systems in a timely and cost efficient manner. Develops research proposals to provide a technically and economically sound basis for developing and evaluating new or improved products, synthetic methods, processes and analytical and physical testing techniques. Recommends utilization of the results or changes in the scope of work or termination of a project.
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
Qualifications:
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $22/hr-$40.50/hrThis is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including relocation stipend, 401(k), EAP, 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.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish . For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish .
L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.
Job Title: Intern, Materials & Processes Engineering
Job ID: 29384
Job Location: Virginia
Job Schedule: 9/80 - 9 hours Monday - Thursday, 8 hours every other Friday
Job Description:
The Energetic & Propellant Development classification is responsible for performing chemical research and analysis tasks to support propellant and compound synthesis and characterization, combustion and diagnostics, chemical synthesis and characterization, material qualification and compatibility, environmental compliance and remediation activities, and manufacturing processes. Conceives, organizes, promotes and executes ideas and plans to improve energetics, propulsion and warhead systems in a timely and cost efficient manner. Develops research proposals to provide a technically and economically sound basis for developing and evaluating new or improved products, synthetic methods, processes and analytical and physical testing techniques. Recommends utilization of the results or changes in the scope of work or termination of a project.
Knowledge of:
- Pertinent codes, rules, and regulations related to areas of assignments
- Principles of Good Laboratory Practices and Protocols
- Use of chemical laboratory process and test equipment, specialized analytical equipment, and various computer/software systems
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) or other specialized testing protocols
- Principles of chemistry, mathematics, statistics, mechanics, and physics, and the ability to relate these to laboratory assignments
- Quality assurance protocols and general laboratory safety
- Safety and health standards (OSHA and CALOSHA Laboratory Standard) related to laboratory testing procedures and practices
- Computers and applicable software
Ability to:
- Effectively communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing
- Conduct laboratory testing in accordance with approved work instructions
- Analyze and interpret results of laboratory testing, keep records, and prepare accurate reports of laboratory activities
- Interpret and apply specific cases, provisions of laws, rules, or regulations encountered at work
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others
- Independently develop and administer unique testing and research techniques and methods
- Independently develop novel concepts and technical approaches for the purpose of improving/creating opportunities
- Maintain a variety of test and research records
Qualifications:
- Candidates must be in enrolled in Chemical Engineering discipline or similar major, and be returning to school upon the completion of their internship
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role is $22/hr-$40.50/hrThis is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including relocation stipend, 401(k), EAP, 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.
L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.
L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish . For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish .
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