Austin, Texas, United States
Internship
3 months ago
Job description
Please Note: To conform with the United States Government Space Technology Export Regulations, the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., conditional resident, asylee or refugee (protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
At CesiumAstro, we are developers and pioneers of out-of-the-box communication systems for satellites, UAVs, launch vehicles, and other space and airborne platforms. We take pride in our dynamic and cross-functional work environment, which allows us to learn, develop, and engage across our organization. If you are looking for hands-on, interactive, and autonomous work, CesiumAstro is the place for you. We are actively seeking passionate, collaborative, energetic, and forward-thinking individuals to join our team.
We are looking to add a Summer 2025 - Manufacturing Intern to our team for the summer. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced, startup environment and are passionate about leading-edge hardware for satellites, spacecraft, and aerospace systems, we would like to hear from you.
As a Manufacturing Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various aspects of manufacturing while supporting the daily operations of our organization. This internship is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in pursuing a career in manufacturing or process improvement.
Cesium interns regularly present their work to peers, mentors, and Cesium executive leadership throughout the course of the summer. As such, excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with the manufacturing engineering team to identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency enhancements.
- Assist in troubleshooting and resolving production issues by applying engineering principles and problem-solving skills.
- Create and maintain detailed manufacturing process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process flowcharts.
- Collect and analyze data from manufacturing processes to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Assist in quality control activities, including inspections, testing, and root cause analysis for non-conforming products.
- Learn and apply lean manufacturing principles to streamline production processes and reduce waste.
- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to bring innovative ideas to the team.
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Current enrollment in an Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Master’s program in Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field at an accredited institution.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess and improve manufacturing processes.
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, CAD software, and engineering principles.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment, share ideas, and contribute to collective goals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present findings.
- High level of attention to detail to ensure accuracy in process documentation and quality control activities.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to changing priorities and project requirements.
- Proactive and self-motivated with a desire to take on new challenges and responsibilities.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- Familiarity with electronics assemblies.
- Experience with SMT methods.
- Experience with CNC manufacturing.
All CesiumAstro internships are compensated competitively and located onsite at one of our facilities.
CesiumAstro, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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