Test and Manufacturing Operations Intern - Bohemia, NY - Summer 2027

Location: Bohemia, United States of America

Job Description Summary

In this role, you will collaborate with other engineers and operations teams to support hands-on engineering and operations activities across propulsion system and subsystem testing as well as onsite additive manufacturing. Tasks may involve the planning, setup, execution, and analysis of propulsion-related tests, while also contributing to the fabrication and evaluation of hardware using Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS), binder jet, and large-scale filament printing technologies. The role provides exposure to the full engineering cycle from concept support and hardware preparation through test operations, data review, and iterative design/manufacturing improvements.

Job Description

Innoveering, a wholly owned subsidiary of GE Aerospace, is a dynamic engineering development company with exciting projects and product development in the aerospace and defense sector. Primary focus is on developing advanced, high-speed propulsion engines to support the Department of Defense Modernization Priorities. Our customers and partners include the U.S. Government and major aerospace prime weapons systems companies.

In this role, you will collaborate with other engineers and operations teams to support hands-on engineering and operations activities across propulsion system and subsystem testing as well as onsite additive manufacturing.  Tasks may involve the planning, setup, execution, and analysis of propulsion-related tests, while also contributing to the fabrication and evaluation of hardware using Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS), binder jet, and large-scale filament printing technologies. The role provides exposure to the full engineering cycle from concept support and hardware preparation through test operations, data review, and iterative design/manufacturing improvements.

Responsibilities

Support test operations for propulsion systems and subsystems, including test article preparation, instrumentation support, test setup, execution readiness, and post-test activities

Assist engineers in coordinating test plans, checklists, operating procedures, and configuration control for facility and test article hardware, data systems and equipment

Participate in testing related to components and subsystems

Support onsite additive manufacturing operations used to fabricate development, test, and support hardware

Assist with machine setup, build preparation, print monitoring, and post-processing coordination

Work with safety and operations teams to ensure activities are conducted in compliance with site procedures and readiness requirements

Help prepare build files, orient parts, review print strategies, and document machine settings under engineering guidance

Assist in inspection, dimensional verification, and quality documentation for printed parts

Collaborate with design and test teams to optimize part designs for printability, function, turnaround time, and test readiness

Help track material usage, build schedules, part status, and manufacturing output metrics

Participate in continuous improvement efforts for additive workflows, printer utilization, hardware lead time, and process repeatability

Communicate results and progress to engineer team members and staff

Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations

Organize and/or attend meetings with team to discuss project tasks and schedule

Prepare presentations and slides to communicate ideas and/or progress on projects

Report progress directly to Engineering Supervisor or Engineer Lead

Perform other duties and cross training as assigned

Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship / Ability to pass background investigation & drug screening

Attending a full-time matriculated and national accredited BS or MS program in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, Systems Engineering or related field

Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA off a 4.0 scale without rounding

Basic understanding of high-speed or compressible flow principles

Basic understanding of mechanical design, materials and manufacturing processes

Ability to work well in a team environment and coordinate between various teams and disciplines

Basic to intermediate programming language (MATLAB, Python, C++, etc.) skills

Strong hands-on aptitude, mechanical curiosity, and problem-solving ability

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work effectively in laboratory, test, and shop-floor environments

Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint

Eligibility Requirements

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Preferred Skills

Coursework or project experience in

Propulsion or Combustion

Material science

Instrumentation and sensors

Aerodynamics or compressible flow

Mechanical fabrication

Additive manufacturing

Design-build-test projects

Exposure to 3D printing technologies, prototype hardware assembly, or test rig operations

Experience reading engineering drawings and CAD models

Experience with data acquisition, test documentation, or root cause analysis is a plus

Experience in working in related environments: test facilities, prototype/manufacturing spaces, machine and fabrication areas

Benefits

Pay rates for this position begin at $24/hour and increase for each undergraduate year completed. Relocation support and housing assistance is available for those who relocate to a new city.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following