Job Locations US-TX-Mesquite

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems, a premier provider of ordnance weapons and tactical systems to the U.S. Department of Defense and allied nations, has an opening for an Engineering Intern, to join our Mesquite Team. We take pride in supporting the mission of the war-fighter by delivering the best, to the best. Our products can be found with every U.S. military branch and with allies around the world. We are looking for a motivated and creative leader to help shape and support our mission.

GD-OTS offers great benefits effective the first day of employment! Medical, dental, vision, and 401k, among other benefits are available without a waiting period and offered at a low cost to you

SUMMARY:

Engineering Intern needed in Mesquite to create hundreds of parts within IFS. This will enable us to properly plan material, control stock levels, establish corresponding vendors and ultimately support the high-volume production on the line. Will interface

with multiple departments across the business, understanding the coordination and collaboration required bewteen departments for business operations to be succesful.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides support to technical employees working in an organizational function related to the Intern's area of study.
• Assists with technical tasks and project support.
• Supports equipment set up and monitors tests and experiments.
• Observes results, collects data, and compiles summaries and reports.
• Learns technical processes and procedures.
• Job shadows other more experienced professionals and or support staff.
• May also support the documentation & updates of procedures or work instructions.
• Handles basic issues and problems

Education:

• Must be currently enrolled in related Technical courses
• Discipline/Major: Engineering, or related degree
• No prior experience needed

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Attentiveness
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Preferred:

• Experience with start ups, such as project planning, and establishing business processes, management systems, and work instructions is desired. This is an exciting opportunity to create the business processes, systems, and culture to stand up a high performing manufacturing operation.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• May need to stand for long periods of time.
• May work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel:

• Little to no travel likely.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added, or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.

Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, and basic life insurance as well as pre-tax spending accounts. Employees are also able to enroll in the company's 401k plan and are eligible for the Non-Contributory Retirement Contribution. In addition to the benefits discussed above, the company offers the following voluntary benefits: Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Enhanced Legal Services, Auto and Home Insurance, Pet Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Educational Assistance.