Engineering Intern 3

Location: Pocasset, MA, Mass, Un

Requisition Number: 30768

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $47,210.00 - $67,433.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Intern

This opportunity resides with Uncrewed Systems (UxS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Uncrewed Systems comprises unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) and autonomy software.

HII creates advanced unmanned solutions for defense, marine research and commercial applications. Serving customers in more than 30 countries, HII provides design, autonomy, manufacturing, testing, operations and sustainment of unmanned systems, including unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) and unmanned surface vessels (USVs).

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.

Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.

Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.

Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.

Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.

Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Come join HII! Where Hard Stuff is done right!

Manufacturing Engineering Co‑Op – Lean & Continuous Improvement

Program Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineering Co-Op to support Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives within our Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV) programs supporting the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and allied customers. This role provides hands-on exposure to real-world manufacturing challenges in a regulated defense contracting environment, working alongside experienced engineers and technicians.

The co-op will contribute directly to improving efficiency, quality, and flow on the production floor while gaining practical engineering experience in an organization that prioritizes mission assurance, compliance, traceability, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Lean & Continuous Improvement Support

Assist with Lean Manufacturing initiatives such as 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, and waste reduction activities.

Support Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Collect and analyze manufacturing data to support KPI tracking (cycle time, yield, scrap, rework, throughput).

Help document current-state and future-state process maps and value stream maps.

Manufacturing Engineering Support

Assist in developing and updating work instructions, process flows, and assembly documentation.

Support manufacturing engineers with process improvements, tooling updates, and fixture design concepts.

Participate in New Product Introduction (NPI) activities, including prototype builds and pilot production.

Provide shop-floor support by observing processes, identifying improvement opportunities, and assisting with implementation.

What you will be doing.

Internships are available to help students gain real-world experience in the work force. The intern will actively contribute to meaningful projects and work closely with a mentor and with senior leadership. Support the Engineering team with engineering functions in one or more of the following specialties: electronics, electrical, mechanical, civil, naval, and/or chemical. Assist with troubleshooting issues and provide technical support.

What we are looking for.

High School Diploma or equivalent + Must be working towards a Bachelor's degree with between 40% and 60% of the required credits completed.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a government clearance #LI-MH1

Bonus Points for.

Coursework or project experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or Operations Management.

Prior co‑op, internship, or shop-floor experience in a manufacturing environment.

Familiarity with CAD, Excel, or basic data analysis tools.

Interest in defense systems, robotics, autonomy, or underwater technologies.

Physical Requirements

Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

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