Job Purpose and Primary Objectives:Benchmark Space Systems is looking for a Production Engineering Intern to join our team for the summer of 2025. In this role, you will work closely with engineers and technicians to build and test technologies supporting the next-generation of in-space propulsion products for small satellites. Interns will gain valuable knowledge in industry best practices. This internship is on-site at our Burlington, VT location. About Benchmark:Benchmark designs and produces propulsion systems that maneuver small satellites between low earth orbit and the moon. These systems utilize non-toxic propellants to provide thrust to transfer to a specific orbit, maintain position, avoid collisions, and a range of other applications. These capabilities enable activities such as on-orbit refueling, in-space manufacturing, re-entry, and more. True to its Vermont roots and values, Benchmark's mission is to keep space accessible and sustainable for generations to come, and to enrich Vermont's growing tech sector. Benchmark has built a world-class team of engineers and business development professionals with offices on the shores of Lake Champlain, in Silicon Valley, and the United Kingdom.Measurements of Success/Primary Job Responsibilities:At its core, Benchmark is an entrepreneurial, fast paced organization. In this environment, we need all employees to solve problems, not be afraid to ask questions and be able to work with and help colleagues in different departments and positions by digging in and working on other tasks as needed/assigned depending on business needs. With that said, there are primary job responsibilities and measurements of success for this position, which are:
Creating travelers to document assembly processes.
Creating and managing assembly and testing schedule.
Creating a managing production process.
Documenting as built assembly records using Manufacturing orders and Assembly Component Reports.
Generating Nonconformance reports to document nonconformances.
Identifying production improvements to reduce cost and schedule.
Managing controlled inventory.
Vendor communications.
Take direction and effectively balance multiple projects/workload simultaneously.
At all times, maintain Benchmark's outstanding reputation for operating at the highest levels of honesty, integrity, accountability, and transparency.
Education and/or Experience:
Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited college or university and seeking a degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
Previous internship or research experience in the space industry is a plus but not required.
U.S. Person required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:What you bring to the position, or have the ability to swiftly learn and be successful in:
Strong organization, record-keeping, and written/verbal communication skills.
Attention to detail.
Be/become proficient in: Microsoft & Adobe Suite as well as possess the ability, agility, and can-do attitude to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced and matrixed cross-functional environment.
Ability, agility, and can-do attitude to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and matrixed cross-functional environment.
Able to collaborate in a multi-team environment to plan and accomplish tasks and meet objectives.
Uses effective written, visual presentation, and oral strategies to communicate technical problems and concepts to a range of technical and non-technical audiences.
What makes you stand out:
Previous internship or research experience related to mechanical engineering or propulsion technologies.
Aerospace, rocketry, or other engineering club experience.
Experience working on a project that produced flight hardware.
Working within a PDM and MRP systems.
Inventory management and material handling experience.
Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings, diagrams, schematics, and manuals.
Benefits:
Interns will be matched with a mentor in chosen area of interest/study.
All interns work directly with multiple engineers and will participate in the production process.
Flexible scheduling.
Housing assistance available for out-of-state candidates.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:While performing duties of this job, the employee is predominately functioning in a sedentary light office position with high frequency of telephone communication, keyboarding, and computer. Work with hazardous chemicals in a laboratory or lifting up to 20lbs may be required. Benchmark Space Systems is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at careers @ benchmark-space.com
