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Join the Sargent Legacy in Securing our Future
Job Title: Automation Intern
Location: Tucson, AZ
Department: Marine Mechatronics
Reports To: Tucson IT & Automation Manager
Job Type: Full-Time
Who We Are Looking For
Sargent Aerospace & Defense is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, individual to join our growing Mechatronics Team. This role is key to supporting and enhancing our manufacturing systems and processes, directly impacting operational efficiency across the organization. As part of a larger team that values innovation and collaboration, you’ll work on meaningful projects that drive real business results. We’re looking for someone who embraces our core values, is eager to learn, and thrives in a collaborative cross-functional environment.
Position Summary
The Automation Intern supports the design, development, testing, and documentation of automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and data accuracy across the organization. This role provides hands-on experience working with automation tools, scripts, and workflows while collaborating with IT, business, and process owners. You will assist with analyzing manual processes, identifying automation opportunities, and implementing solutions under the guidance of experienced automation professionals. This position is ideal for a student or early-career professional seeking practical experience in automation, process improvement, and modern enterprise technologies.
Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines and land based vehicles.
At Sargent, our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development, customer focus and continual improvement.
Sargent’s continuing investment in people, assets, technology, and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the company’s commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow, we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity, Respects & Values People, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results Focus and Continual Improvement.
Company Benefits Include
Job Title: Automation Intern
Location: Tucson, AZ
Department: Marine Mechatronics
Reports To: Tucson IT & Automation Manager
Job Type: Full-Time
Who We Are Looking For
Sargent Aerospace & Defense is seeking a detail-oriented, proactive, individual to join our growing Mechatronics Team. This role is key to supporting and enhancing our manufacturing systems and processes, directly impacting operational efficiency across the organization. As part of a larger team that values innovation and collaboration, you’ll work on meaningful projects that drive real business results. We’re looking for someone who embraces our core values, is eager to learn, and thrives in a collaborative cross-functional environment.
Position Summary
The Automation Intern supports the design, development, testing, and documentation of automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and data accuracy across the organization. This role provides hands-on experience working with automation tools, scripts, and workflows while collaborating with IT, business, and process owners. You will assist with analyzing manual processes, identifying automation opportunities, and implementing solutions under the guidance of experienced automation professionals. This position is ideal for a student or early-career professional seeking practical experience in automation, process improvement, and modern enterprise technologies.
Responsibilities
- Assist in designing, developing, and testing automation solutions to streamline manual or repetitive processes
- Perform testing, troubleshooting, and validation of automated processes to ensure accuracy and reliability
- Create technical and user documentation, including process diagrams and wiring diagrams
- Assist in programming and configuring PLCs, HMIs, data acquisition systems, or test control software
- Participate in test stand setup, teardown, and safety checks to ensure compliance with safety standards
- Research best practices and IIoT capabilities
- Adhere to security, compliance, and change‑management standards
- Gain hands-on experience with enterprise automation, data handling, and modern technology platforms
- Assist with analyzing current systems to identify gaps or possible improvements
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be a U.S. Citizen
- Pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science or related field
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Good personal organizational skills to control productivity
- Effective written and verbal communication skills for documentation and collaboration
- Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional technical team
- Coursework or hands-on experience with hydraulic systems, fluid power, or industrial equipment
- Basic understanding of hydraulic components such as pumps, valves, accumulators, actuators, and manifolds
- LabVIEW experience
- CAD software experience (e.g. Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
- Exposure to data acquisition systems, sensors, and instrumentation (pressure, flow, temperature, position)
- Experience/working knowledge of manufacturing processes
- Familiarity with automation or control systems, including PLCs, HMIs, or industrial control software
- Enjoys hands-on breadboarding electronics
- Experience with data visualization tools
- Interest in process improvement, standardization, or continuous improvement
Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines and land based vehicles.
At Sargent, our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development, customer focus and continual improvement.
Sargent’s continuing investment in people, assets, technology, and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the company’s commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow, we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity, Respects & Values People, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results Focus and Continual Improvement.
Company Benefits Include
- Competitive Compensation
- Bonus platforms
- Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time
- 401k Savings & Investment Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Medical/Dental/Vision Plans
- HSA/FSA
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Accident/Hospital/Critical Care Plans
- Pet Insurance
- Gym & Rideshare Incentives
- Legal Insurance/Identity Theft
- Flexible Schedules
- 3 & 4-day work week
- ½ day Fridays
- Integrity We do the right thing the right way. Our ideal candidate is ethical, honest in all interactions, delivers good news and bad, and follows through on commitments. Key Skills & Abilities: is fair, credible, confidential, fiscally responsible and accountable for decisions and actions.
- Respects and Values People. - We encourage and bring out the potential of others. Our ideal candidate embraces diversity, recognizes and supports the accomplishments, talents and development of others. Key Skills & Abilities: is committed to the building of strong relationships and creates an environment of trust and mutual respect.
- Customer Focus - We act with excellence in each and every interaction. Our ideal candidate builds strong internal/external customer relationships, and goes above and beyond to deliver high quality products and services on time, every time. Key Skills & Abilities: is responsive with strong customer service skills, product and job knowledge to provide excellent customer satisfaction.
- Teamwork - We are better together. Our ideal candidate is inclusive, engaged and collaborative, sharing information, ideas and experiences to accomplish goals, improve decision making and leverage capabilities. Key Skills & Abilities: is a dependable team player, demonstrated through attendance and punctuality, works well with others and has strong communication skills (both oral & written) to keep all stakeholders informed.
- Results Focus - We focus on the outcome, not the obstacle. Our ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic with a results/performance driven track record in a fast paced, changing and challenging environment. Key Skills & Abilities: is adaptable, works with a sense of urgency and high level of initiative and demonstrates a commitment to quality with attention to detail.
- Continual Improvement - We encourage and drive innovation. Our ideal candidate must be naturally curious, passionate and never satisfied with the status quo. Key Skills & Abilities: is innovative and has a problem solving mindset that provides and implements CI ideas.