Mechanical Engineering Intern

Mechanical Engineering InternHexagon Autonomous Solutions is searching for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support product development activities and mechanical design best practices. In this role you will have the opportunity work on a wide variety of product designs. Come join our engineering team to rapidly develop rugged, highly manufacturable antenna products for customers across many industries and around the world.Antcom is a leader in the field of antennas, working with some of the largest, most advanced technology companies in the world. From fighter jets to satellites to autonomous tractors, our products find applications in tough operating conditions. Working at Antcom combines all the benefits of being at a small company with the professional satisfaction of developing some of the most widely used antennas in the world.As a wholly owned subsidiary of NovAtel and part of the Hexagon Group, Antcom is positioned to rapidly respond to customer requirements while enjoying the benefits of being part of a large global organization. We specialize in rapid customization of products with short timescales from concept to delivery onto customer platforms. Join our fast-paced team to challenge yourself to design antennas for a variety of industries including aerospace, defense, survey, and agriculture.This position is based in the oceanside community of Torrance, CA. One of the best places to live in California with ocean beaches, plenty of parks and endless sunny days.ResponsibilitiesAs Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will:Contribute to the design of new and existing antenna products by creating, modifying and updating CREO models and drawings for antenna components, test fixtures, assembly tools, and verification test mountsPerform tolerance stackups, select appropriate commercial off the shelf components, and analyze designs for survivability in various environmental conditionsChampion continuous improvement by updating product designs to include engineering best practices, ensuring documentation is accurate and includes necessary GD&TCreate and maintain item numbers and BOMs in material resource planning (MRP) tool (Syteline)Document new product designs and changes through Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), process ECOs through the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tool WindchillSupport sales, product management, and operations by addressing customer questions, completing feasibility studies, and troubleshooting issuesQualificationsMust-Have:High school diploma or equivalent; progress towards a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering preferredExperience with CAD modeling softwares, CREO (Pro/Engineer) preferredKnowledge of GD&T, tolerance stackup analysis, and material strength calculationsApplicants for select positions that require access to information controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") or the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR") must be US Persons per ITAR §120.15 and EAR §772.1 (i.e., a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or admitted to the U.S. as an asylee or refugee), or be otherwise eligible to obtain required authorization from the U.S. Government to access controlled information. Employment is contingent upon Antcom's ability to obtain such required authorization for the applicantKey Success Factors:Ability to thrive in a fast paced, tight deadline environment and perform well under pressureAbility to make customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actionsAbility to adapt to organizational needs, and willingness to take on new roles as requiredAbility to communicate and interact effectively with people from multi-functional and diverse backgroundsStrong planning, organizational, and time management skillsNice-to-Have:Experience designing or fabricating CNC machined or molded partsKnowledge of robustness standards (MIL-STD-810G, DO-160G)Experience designing products for the aerospace and/or defense industriesWe are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.Hiring Salary Range: $20 - $25 per hourBenefits: We offer a comprehensive benefit plan that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave and a generous 401(k) company match. We also provide tax savings plans for health, dependent care and commuter expenses.Professional Development: We provide education assistance, funding for professional association memberships, mentoring programs and access to tools, resources and training to navigate your career.