Technical Intern - Industrial Engineering

Ball Aerospace is powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus. We pioneer discoveries that enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. We create innovative space solutions, enable more accurate weather forecasts, drive insightful observations of our planet, deliver actionable data and intelligence, and ensure those who defend our freedom go forward bravely and return home safely.

 

At our core, we're passionate, committed people who believe together we can achieve extraordinary things. We work collaboratively with each other, our customers and partners to solve the world's greatest challenges. That means listening to one another, providing feedback and partnering across all levels. We value our inclusive culture where everyone is heard equally and creativity thrives. Each team member is fully invested in our mission and we bring an energy to work every day that propels our business and motivates us all to Go Beyond.®

 

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The Operations Strategic Capabilities Unit plays a fundamental role in enabling efficient business and program execution – from strategic capital investments, industrial operations and an efficient supply chain, to state-of-the-art manufacturing and test operations and top-notch facilities management.

 

The Ball Aerospace Internship Program is a 10-week summer program that provides interns with practical experience working on relevant projects while working with designated mentors; access to state-of-the-art equipment; a competitive wage; relocation reimbursement; in-house training; group activities; possible future employment and the ability to participate in the Ball Aerospace Remote Sensing Team (BIRST) program to build and launch a rocket or high-altitude balloon. At the conclusion of the internship, interns will be required to prepare and deliver a formal presentation of their project work to their respective department.

 

Technical Intern – Industrial Engineering

 

What You’ll Do:

 

• Participate in developing manufacturing plans including work flow design, value stream mapping, layout, optimization and resource utilization for high mix / low volume builds.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Create future state process improvement CAD layouts.
• Participate in process validation activities.
• All work will be performed under the supervision of engineers and managers.
• Conclusion of internship requires the preparation and formal presentation of project work to the Industrial Operations department.
• Role may require occasional travel between Boulder, Broomfield and Westminster campuses.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

 

What You’ll Need:

 

• Must have completed your sophomore or junior year and be enrolled in a degree program for the fall of 2024. We will also accept students enrolled in a graduate degree program.
• Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical degree field such as Mechanical, Aerospace or Chemical Engineering.
• Experience in manufacturing and test processes, with reading and interpretation (coursework and/or job/intern experience).
• Preferred Skills:
  • Solid communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated leadership in team environments.
  • Desire to learn and excellent work ethic.
  • Experience or coursework in manufacturing methods and processes.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing metrics and KPI’s.
  • Relevant coursework in Industrial Engineering.
  • Familiar with project justification methods and tools.
  • Familiarization with Lean Manufacturing concepts and tools.
  • Coursework and lab experience with basic manufacturing processes.
  • Solid competency in MS basic office skills. MS project and Visio experience a plus.
  • Basic Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) software including SolidWorks and/or Au