2027 Manufacturing Engineering Intern

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 inindustrial 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 Fulltime Equivalent Job Grade Salary Range for this position: $17.00 - 38.00/hour Additional Information Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates, including: the role and related responsibilities; education, training, skills and certifications; internal equity with others employed by Mercury in similar roles; geographic location; and alignment with market data. In addition to base salary, Mercury provides a variety of benefits for team members including: bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions); health, life and disability insurance; company-paid holidays and time off; discounted employee stock purchase plan; tuition reimbursement; and access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse. Team members at the Director or Vice President level are also eligible to receive annual stock-based awards. Mercury offers a 9/80 alternative work schedule that provides employees more opportunity for work/ life balance (available based off location) Why Mercury? Why should you join Mercury Systems? Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com Our Culture We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two-way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions. Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status. As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance. 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