About the role#
This is a full-time internship for the Winter 2027 semester, running from January through April. You will work on-site in Exeter, New Hampshire, supporting our manufacturing engineering team. This role focuses on the production of precision firearm components, specifically involving CNC machining and assembly.
What you'll do#
- Plan and design manufacturing processes for new and existing firearm products.
- Create budgetary estimates for tools, gages, equipment, and production rates.
- Use project management skills to procure necessary equipment for new product launches.
- Evaluate product designs to improve manufacturability using GD&T and dimensional stack-ups.
- Provide direct support on the production floor for CNC machining, assembly, metal finishing, and automation.
- Originate and develop new systems, implementing them into full-scale production.
- Debug and runoff new capital equipment to meet quality and throughput goals.
- Resolve quality issues through statistical methods and participate in problem-solving teams.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree program for Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering.
- Proficiency with SOLIDWORKS or a similar CAD system.
- Working knowledge of materials, heat-treating processes, and GD&T.
- Ability to plan and execute multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong analytical skills and basic project management experience.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills for technical subjects.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and stay organized.
Location & details#
- Location: Exeter, New Hampshire.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January-April).
- Modality: On-site.
- This is a paid position.
About SIG SAUER, Inc.
SIG SAUER, Inc. manufactures firearms, ammunition, electro-optics, and suppressors. The company also operates the SIG SAUER Academy to provide tactical training and firearms instruction. Based in Newington, New Hampshire, the firm maintains twelve locations across three states. It employs over 3,200 people and serves the U.S. military, law enforcement agencies, and private citizens.
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