nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. · 1 week ago
Process Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)
Camas, WA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$26/hr - $28/hr
Start in 2026 SummernLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for various applications. They are seeking an Engineering student intern for the summer of 2026 to assist with production and prototype builds, process optimization, and tooling development.
Defense & Space
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Assist in production and prototype builds of pulsed fiber laser systems for sensing applications
Design and execute experiments related to process optimization
Quantify measurement uncertainty using techniques like gage R&R
Assist with tooling development alongside mechanical engineers
Write and edit work instructions
Qualification
Required
You must be working toward a degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering
You must have completed (at a minimum) your sophomore year in college
You must have an overall GPA of 3.0 or above to be considered
You possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills
You have excellent written and verbal communication skills
You take initiative and have an eagerness to learn
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits including Prescription and Orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
Company
nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc.
nLIGHT DEFENSE Systems, Inc.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase