About the role#
ND Defense is hiring Engineering Interns to support manufacturing operations and engineering projects. This role provides hands-on experience in a defense manufacturing environment through tasks like electrical assembly, process documentation, and cross-functional collaboration with production and quality teams.
What you'll do#
- Assist with electrical assembly, including wire harness fabrication, cable routing, connector termination, and component installation.
- Support the programming, setup, and documentation of automated and semi-automated assembly equipment.
- Draft and revise manufacturing work instructions, job travelers, and standard operating procedures.
- Create and update wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, panel layout drawings, and interconnect documents.
- Support the development of manufacturing processes, tooling, and test fixtures.
- Conduct time studies and data collection to support process improvement initiatives.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T callouts, and technical specifications.
- Assist with electrical testing, continuity checks, and quality verification of completed assemblies.
- Support engineering change notice (ECN) processing and drawing revision control.
- Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities.
- Collaborate with production, quality, and supply chain teams.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit or recent completion of a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
- Completion of at least two years of coursework in the field.
- Basic understanding of electrical assembly, wiring methods, and soldering.
- Ability to read engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documents.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn in a hands-on environment.
- Must be a U.S. Person as defined under ITAR.
- Exposure to CAD or electrical design software like AutoCAD Electrical or SolidWorks Electrical.
- Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards for cable and wire harness assemblies.
- Coursework or project experience with PLCs, control systems, or circuit design.
- Experience with electrical test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and hipot testers.
- Previous internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: West Point, MS.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Employment: Full-time and paid.
- Note: Ability to stand, walk, and move around a manufacturing floor for extended periods is required. You may occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. Fine motor dexterity is needed for assembly and soldering tasks. You will work in shop floor conditions and must wear PPE in designated areas.
About ND Defense
ND Defense manufactures tactical and commercial military vehicles for government, military, and law enforcement agencies. Founded in 2004, the company provides lifecycle support, spare parts, and vehicle upfitting services. It maintains operations across five locations including its headquarters in Madison Heights, Michigan. The company employs 323 people.
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