What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operational Performance SkillBridge Intern position at Redwire Space?
Bring your passion for space!
Redwire is accelerating humanity's expansion into space by delivering reliable, economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations.
Redwire, (via our subsidiary Redwire Space, Inc.), is accelerating humanity's expansion into space through specializing in-space manufacturing technologies, developing space-optimized products to improve industrial machines on Earth, and developing advanced manufacturing technology that can support space exploration.
SUMMARY
Redwire is seeking a high-performing Operational Performance intern to support strategic initiatives within the Operational Performance Group (OPG), as a part of the DOD SkillBridge program, located at our facility in Chantilly VA for up to 6 months.
This temporary role offers hands-on experience across enterprise-wide efforts focused on process improvement, performance metrics, project execution, and internal change initiatives. Ideal for students or Skillbridge participants who want to apply analytical thinking and cross-functional collaboration to real business challenges.
What You'll Gain:
- Exposure to enterprise-level operations and strategy execution
- Experience working directly with executive leadership and cross-functional teams
- Opportunities to contribute to impactful business process improvements
- Mentorship and visibility within a growing aerospace and defense organization
Responsibilities:
Lean and Standardization
- Support value stream mapping, process documentation, and workflow analysis
- Assist in preparing and executing Lean workshops and continuous improvement efforts
- Help monitor and report on improvement initiatives and standardization efforts
Change Management & Internal Communications
- Draft messaging and internal communications for enterprise initiatives
- Help coordinate communication plans and engagement activities
Support internal newsletters, SharePoint content, and feedback loops
IDEAL EXPERIENCE
- Current undergraduate or graduate student in Business, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Public Policy, or a related field
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Power BI, SharePoint, or project management tools a plus
- Interest in operational strategy, aerospace, or government contracting is preferred
- Must be current active military transitioning out of service
DESIRED SKILLS
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Outstanding problem-solving skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration! We offer a highly competitive benefits package along with a commitment to our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Impact, Inclusion, and Excellence.
Redwire Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire Space is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
All offers of employment at Redwire Space are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the US. Note that some positions will also require US citizenship or ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR Click Here