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AV · 2 months ago

Summer 2026 Product Engineering Intern

Simi Valley, CA

Internship

Onsite

Intern

0+ years exp

Start in 2026 Summer

AeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. As a Product Engineering Intern, you will support engineering activities related to UAV systems, assist with design modifications, and help develop manufacturing drawings and bills of materials.

AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide sustaining engineering support related to a product line

Assist with product line configuration and change orders in the Agile PLM system

Serve as a technical support point for ongoing engineering tasks and change initiation

Support proposal and report writing, and review of contracts for production orders

Help coordinate the transition of new products and product variants into production

Assist with the release and update of engineering design documentation, operator manuals, bills of materials, manufacturing procedures, product acceptance test procedures, and production tooling and test equipment

Support the development, testing, and release of product improvements and variants in cooperation with product line managers, design engineers, and project managers

Learn and apply professional engineering concepts while building collaborative working relationships internally

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Engineering majorAgile PLMElectronics designCAD (Altium)Lean Six SigmaProblem-solvingTeamworkCommunication skills

Required

Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in an Engineering major

Prior experience (0-2 years preferred) or coursework in an engineering design environment, including support of products in production

Familiarity or interest in Agile PLM data management system and product configuration management standards (MIL-HDBK-61A, EIA-649-B) is a plus

Experience or interest in unmanned air vehicles, RF, digital and communications electronics design, electronics manufacturing troubleshooting, PCB layout, schematics and assembly is desirable

Experience with design/drafting/CAD (Altium) and ASME Y14 drawing standards a plus

Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments (constant)

Required to sit and stand for long periods; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard (frequent)

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”)

Preferred

Exposure or interest in Lean Six Sigma methodologies preferred

Basic understanding of structural dynamics, configuration management principles, product design, and manufacturing processes

Foundational knowledge in engineering fundamentals, including mathematics, physics, material properties, electronics, systems, and software

Willingness to learn production assembly requirements and documentation for production floor use

Ability to collaborate across technical disciplines and organizational functions such as program management, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, suppliers, and customers

Proficiency with office software and computer-based productivity tools

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where team members share diverse responsibilities

Demonstrates strong initiative, ownership, and responsibility for assigned tasks

Commitment to learning, improving performance, and supporting team success

Effective problem-solving, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills

Strong teamwork and collaboration mindset