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2027 Spring and Summer Mechanical Engineering Coop

BAE Systems

Cedar Rapids, IATemporary$46–63K/yrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago

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Compensation
$46–63K/yr
Location
Cedar Rapids, IA
Role Type
Co-op
Schedule
Temporary
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

BAE Systems is hiring a 2027 Spring and Summer Mechanical Engineering Coop. BAE Systems is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-op to join their Navigation and Sensor Systems organization in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role involves supporting hardware engineering teams in developing advanced military navigation systems, creating mechanical design artifacts, and assisting with integration and verification testing. The co-op will contribute to cutting-edge technology for airborne and surface missions.

Key focus areas include Work closely with a hardware engineering team to support ground and airborne navigation products, Assist with capturing technical requirements, and Create mechanical design artifacts and computer-aided design (CAD) models.

Successful candidates bring Junior Year B.S. Mechanical Engineering. Important skills include CAD Software. Preferred (not required): Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills, and Time Management.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CAD SoftwareInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementProblem SolvingMotivation to Solve ProblemsContinuously Improve Existing ProductsWork With Diverse Team3D Printing TechniquesMachine Shop Equipment

Qualifications

Completed Junior Year of Four Year Degree ProgramBachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Related FieldGoing Into Senior Year for Bachelor's of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance

Full job description

Job Description

Job Description:

Join us at our Cedar Rapids, Iowa location. The Navigation and Sensor Systems organization is a growing business area developing the next generation of advanced military navigation systems. If you have a Mechanical Engineering background, then this is the place to be. Pilots may fly aircraft, but our navigation systems create the route and keep those pilots on course. What are you waiting for! Come be part of the immediate solution in Cedar Rapids and "plant your flag".

Our employees across the nation work on the world s most advanced electronics from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first exemplified by our mission: We Protect Those Who Protect Us. BAE Systems continues to build on a strong history of providing navigation equipment to meet the evolving needs of commercial and military users. Our navigation solutions provided enhanced situational awareness and pinpoint accuracy for airborne and surface missions worldwide. Leading the way in GPS systems, our array of products cover airborne, precision-guided munitions, ground handheld receivers and embedded applications. Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

Engineering:

Our engineers are the lifeblood of our company and we re more than 5,000 strong. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about learning, open to mentoring, coaching, and developing problem-solving skills

The Role:

  • You will work closely with a hardware engineering team to support ground and airborne navigation products

  • You will assist with capturing technical requirements

  • You will create mechanical design artifacts and computer-aided design (CAD) models

  • You will support integration and verification testing over military grade climatic and dynamic environments

  • You will generate and review mechanical design documents, drawings, procedures and reports.

  • You will assist in transitioning products to manufacturing and provide mechanical design support

  • You will support design and integration efforts with other engineering disciplines including electrical, software, systems, and test engineering as necessary.

Full-time onsite:

Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and /or the requirement to perform all work on site due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full-time on site.

This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.

Who You Are:

  • You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills

  • You possess good organizational skills

  • You demonstrate effective time management and have the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments

  • You have solid problem-solving skills

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Must have completed your junior year of a four year degree program in a Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field

  • Experience with CAD software

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Going into your Senior year for a Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering

  • High motivation to solve problems and continuously improve existing products

  • Ability to work with a diverse team

  • Knowledgeable with 3D printing techniques

  • Familiar with machine shop equipment

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $46437 - $62721

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20 hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

2027 Spring and Summer Mechanical Engineering Coop

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