Manufacturing Engineer Intern at Zenix Aerospace SoCal in El Cajon, CA

Summary: Zenix Aerospace is a global leader in aerospace engineering, specializing in high-technology components for aircraft and space systems. The Manufacturing Engineer Internship involves hands-on projects related to design, manufacturing, and operations, providing support to manufacturing processes and assisting with engineering responsibilities. Responsibilities: - Provides support of manufacturing practical processes - Assumes Manufacturing Engineering responsibilities under the guidance of a Manufacturing Engineer for projects as assigned - Works closely in designing techniques, tools, and principles - Works together with engineering involving the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models - Supports unit initiatives - Learns and understands systems and processes within a regulated industry - Assists Project Engineers with managing and supporting the execution of projects - Provides analysis and recommendations for equipment repair and maintenance projects - Assists Manufacturing Engineers with tool and fixture designs, including modeling and drafting - Compiles statistical process control data (SPC) to identify opportunities to reduce non-conformances and rework - Assists Manufacturing Engineers with technical instruction updates to enhance manufacturing clarity - Supports Manufacturing Engineers and Cell Leaders to observe manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency - Demonstrates problem solving and creative thinking skills - Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills and thrives in a team environment - Demonstrates strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment - Demonstrates a high degree of creativity and initiative - Demonstrates ability to manage multiple concurrent projects within defined constraints Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college preferred; completed or in process - Proficient in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint - Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including being able to manage large amounts of data and tasks – Advanced - Blueprint and schematics reading – Basic - CAD, simulation, and/or 3D printing - Basic knowledge of GD&T Preferred Qualifications: - Software (NX, Solidworks, CATIA) preferred Required Skills: Microsoft Excel - Advanced, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Blueprint reading, Schematics reading, CAD, Simulation, 3D printing, NX software, SolidWorks, CATIA, GD&T, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Multi-project management