High School Intern - Machinist/Engineering Technician

Job Description

GENERAL JOB SUMMARY:

The Machinist/Engineering Technician Intern is a learning position. The position is open only to high school students.

The intern will work on non-flex Fridays and attend school on the other days. Interns will rotate through various labs observing and working alongside experienced technicians gaining hands-on experience in machining and engineering. This position will work with a more experienced Machinist/ Engineering Technician as he/she learns the procedures related to the labs. All work will be under oversight of the supervisor or a more experienced technician.Work will be checked in progress and technical accuracy reviewed on completion.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Learn and practice the application of basic machining principles, theories, and concepts.
• Assist with standard practices and procedures.
• Assist with machining simple hardware and specimens in noncritical materials.
• Assist with machine operation on CNC machinery.
• Assist with material characterization tests and related activities
• Assist with assembly, test, and checkout of electromechanical devices that require adherence to strict standards and processes.
• Assist with recording techniques and/or procedures utilized to produce specimens/hardware.
• Keep work area organized - apply 6S principles to assigned areas and actively assist shop supervisor in shop-wide implementation.

Other Job Functions:

• Learn to work with shop equipment including lathe, mills, grinders, and measuring tools.
• Assist with the interpretation of blueprints, sketches, and verbal instructions.
• Maintain shop equipment and cleanliness of shop area.
• Maintain safe conditions in work area.
• Perform other duties as required by supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: No supervisory responsibilities.

Experience and Skills

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Planning and Organization - Systematically identifies issues to be addressed and plans a course of action for self and others to ensure the accomplishment of specific objectives.
• Attention to detail - Utilizes established monitoring system, records data accurately and in a timely manner, and ensures accuracy of data.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• U.S. citizen with ability to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance
• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Currently enrolled in high school
• Successfully completed two years of high school
• Recommended by technical/vocational school instructor
• Mechanical aptitude
• Strong math skills.

WORK ENVIROMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position involves work in a high bay area using a variety of machining apparatus. The use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required including:

• Safety glasses
• Hearing protection (varies based on tasks)
• Safety shoes
• Respirator as needed.
• Current tetanus shot required.

In performing the work for this position, the technician must be able to:

• Sit for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
• Stand for extended periods of time without being able to leave the work area.
• Climb ladders and stairs in performing the work.
• Walk for reasonable distances in performing the work.
• Lift / carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs. in performing the work.
• Pull or push objects weighing up to 50 lbs. in performing the work.
• Grasp objects utilizing the fingers (fine motor manipulation).
• Reach for objects above the head or below the waist.
• Stoop or crouch by bending at the waist or by bending the legs.
• Withstand exposure to constant or intermittent high noise levels.