Product Development Process Intern

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Product Development Process Support
   Intern would assist with tracking IRAD Project Scope, Schedule and Budget alongside Product Managers. And help report out in PDUB Meetings.
   b. Intern will support the PDP process by reviewing and updating department documentation for ideas on streamlining or making more efficient.
   c. Learning Outcome: Learn how to manage a scope, schedule and budget, and the importance of Maintaining Proper Documentation for QMS Compliance
   d. Timeframe: Over course of Internship.
   e. Evaluation: Review of Documentation submitted and completion of PDUB Meetings
2. Program Launch Support
   During this timeframe, the JLTV A3 Engine/Shock Enhancement will be launching at MMC, and the Hawkeye Soft Recoil Program will be nearing potential build.
   b. Intern will Support Product Managers and Director in providing Issue Management and Issue Tracking during the Build Process.
   c. Intern will assist with Management of RAIL and closing of Action Items for the Product Manager.
   d. Timeframe: Duration of Launch and Assignment
   e. Evaluation: Based on successful execution of Launch and Closure rate of tasks.
3. Engineering Services in Production
   Intern will support ESIP schedule development and prioritization of issues for review in the Weekly ESIP Meeting
4. Product Development Systems Support
   Intern will learn about Microsoft Project Online as well as Intellaquest software and will support System Development in both applications.
   b. Intern will assist Product Managers and Director in Updates to both systems to streamline the Product Development Process.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Individual should be enrolled in college at a junior or senior level 
Successful candidates may have the following: 
Some familiarity with MS Project preferred 

Required Qualifications:

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in the preferred area of study: Business Systems, Program Management or Project Management
• Junior or senior level standing.
• Must be able to work at least 32 hours a week
• Must be within commuting distance to the facility location as the role has onsite requirements daily for regular working sessions and meetings.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) required.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills a must.

Preferred Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will be a team player, be well organized, and have good communication skills.
• Self-starter and disciplined to perform work independently.
• High competence to analyze processes and implement process improvements.
• Strong commitment to providing excellent customer service
• Awareness of data analytics and trend analysis a plus.
• MS Project, Business Systems, Program Management or Project Management skill set preferred.

PHYSICAL EFFORT

• Sight: must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner, including regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Hearing: must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicate

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Physical Location: This position operates between an office and manufacturing plant environment and is often assigned to a specific shift or hours. The Employee must be able to perform job functions in an environment with varying difficult work conditions such as extreme cold, heat, inclement weather, at heights, and/or while exposed to constant/intermittent loud noises
• Teamwork: This position will work with others to ensure efficiency in the workplace
• Listening Skills: This position will need to understand how to use machinery properly and safely to prevent accidents and ensure all tasks are completed accurately
• Ability to follow instructions: Managers assign tasks and responsibilities, which vary; this position should be able to follow instructions competently
• Methodical approach: Production lines follow a set process, so this position needs a methodical approach to ensure all tasks are completed in the correct order for a smooth-running production line
• Concentration: This position may perform the same or similar tasks repeatedly, so a strong level of concentration when carrying out these tasks is important for quality control purposes. This role is often fast paced, so being able to maintain focus at all times is important

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

No travel required