Position Summary

ND Defense is seeking Engineering Interns in Mechanical and/or Electrical Engineering to support manufacturing operations and engineering projects. This internship provides hands-on experience in a defense manufacturing environment, including electrical assembly, harness and cable fabrication, work instruction development, process documentation, and cross-functional collaboration with production and quality teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with electrical assembly operations, including wire harness fabrication, cable routing, connector termination, and component installation
Support the programming, setup, and documentation of automated and semi-automated assembly equipment under the direction of senior engineers
Draft and revise manufacturing work instructions, job travelers, and standard operating procedures for assembly processes
Create and update wiring diagrams, electrical schematics, panel layout drawings, and interconnect documents
Support the development and documentation of manufacturing processes, tooling, and test fixtures
Conduct time studies, measurements, and data collection to support process improvement initiatives
Read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T callouts, wiring diagrams, and technical specifications
Assist with electrical testing, continuity checks, and quality verification of completed assemblies
Support engineering change notice (ECN) processing and drawing revision control
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action activities as needed
Collaborate with production, quality, and supply chain teams on active projects
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field
Completed at least two years of coursework in the applicable engineering discipline
Basic understanding of electrical assembly processes, wiring methods, and soldering techniques
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical documents
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn in a hands-on environment
Must be a U.S. Person as defined under ITAR (22 CFR §120.62)

Preferred:

Exposure to CAD or electrical design software (AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical, or equivalent)
Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620 workmanship standards for cable and wire harness assemblies
Coursework or project experience with PLCs, control systems, or circuit design
Experience with electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, hipot testers)
Previous internship or co-op experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Ability to stand, walk, and move around a manufacturing floor for extended periods
May be required to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally
Fine motor dexterity required for electrical assembly and soldering tasks
Exposure to shop floor conditions including noise, temperature variation, and industrial equipment
Personal protective equipment (PPE) required in designated production areas

ND Defense LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Navistar Defense, LLC

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