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Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Mercury Systems, Inc.
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Onsite: Phoenix, AZ

Internship from May/June - August/September 2027 

No relocation assistance or housing provided

 

Mercury Systems is seeking a motivated and innovative Manufacturing Engineering Intern eager to learn, contribute, and bring fresh ideas to our Surface Mount Technology factory in Phoenix, AZ.  In this hands-on role, you’ll support improving operational efficiencies across the different workstreams within our SMT processes. 

 

Job Responsibilities: 

  • Support manufacturing operations by performing pick‑and‑place, chip and wire activities
  • Assist with reflow processes to ensure proper soldering and assembly quality
  • Support wave soldering operations to maintain consistent production standards
  • Contribute to conformal coating processes to protect electronic components
  • Help design and optimize station layouts to improve workflow and efficiency
  • Conduct capacity analysis to ensure production targets and resource planning are met

Required Qualifications: 

  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in industrial engineering manufacturing engineering, or a closely related field, with relevant coursework completed (e.g., operations research, statistics, systems design)
  • A minimum GPA of 3.1 is required. You will be asked to submit your transcripts during the review process
  • Familiarity with programs like Excel, Minitab, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or simulation tools (e.g., Arena, Simio) used for process analysis and optimization
  • Understanding of Lean/Six Sigma principles 
  • Strong quantitative and statistical skills; Ability to work with data, perform statistical analysis, and apply mathematical models to solve efficiency and productivity problems
  • Ability to work effectively independently and collaboratively

"This position requires you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations.  You may only access such information if you are 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. government.”

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • CAD/Simulation Software Experience; AutoCAD, SolidWorks
  • ERP/MES Systems; SAP, Oracle, or other Manufacturing Execution Systems for production tracking and inventory management
  • Data Analytics & Visualization; Skills in Python, R, SQL, or Power BI/Tableau