Quality Intern

About the Organization
Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement
Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

Description

General Summary:

The Quality Intern supports product assurance, documentation, data analysis, and continuous improvement in an aerospace manufacturing environment under the guidance of experienced Quality personnel.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist with First Article Inspection (FAI) documentation, including ballooned drawings and AS9102 forms.
• Review and organize inspection records, certifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Collect and summarize quality data, including defects, scrap, rework, and process performance.
• Support nonconformance, MRB, and corrective action activities under Quality supervision.
• Perform basic dimensional inspection using standard hand tools after training.
• Support internal audits, process reviews, and assigned follow-up actions.
• Maintain controlled work instructions, procedures, forms, and quality records.
• Participate in shop-floor learning and continuous improvement projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Quality Manager.

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and accurate documentation.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage assignments, meet deadlines, and seek clarification when needed.
• Basic knowledge of engineering drawings, measurement, or GD&T preferred.
• Interest in aerospace manufacturing, inspection, quality systems, or continuous improvement.

Education & Experience Required:

• High school technical program or an undergraduate Quality, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related technical program.

Position Requirements

Shift
Days

Full-Time/Part-Time
Part-Time

Location
Applied Aerospace & Defense, Newington

Category
Quality Control

Req Number
QUA-26-00014

Position
Quality Intern

Close Date

Post Internal Days
0

Number of Openings
1

Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt

Hiring Manager(s)

This position is currently accepting applications.