Aircraft Engineering Co-op

UPS is a Fortune Global 500 organization offering a rewarding culture and opportunities for professional growth. They emphasize innovative possibilities and collaboration within talented teams. The company seeks individuals with a unique blend of skill and passion to lead UPS into the future, providing roles that cultivate skills and advance careers. UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment.

They are an equal opportunity employer.

The Aircraft Engineering Co-op will support engineers in resolving aircraft maintenance and reliability issues. Responsibilities include researching technical problems, drafting Engineering Orders, creating CAD drawings, analyzing data, and contributing to engineering projects. The program offers placement within one of several aircraft engineering disciplines (Structures, Powerplant, Systems, and/or Avionics), based on the co-op’s skills and departmental needs. The position requires a strong aptitude for hands-on work, technical writing, clear communication, and teamwork.

The ideal candidate is an engineering student seeking one year of practical experience; the co-op program spans three alternating semesters.

• Identify the impact of problems on various business areas and recommend process or program improvements.
• Implement process improvements in collaboration with analysts, users, and project sponsors.

• Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) earned within the last 24 months or current enrollment in an Engineering or related program (Mechanical, Electrical, Aeronautical, or Aerospace Engineering preferred).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Knowledge of programming and algorithms (preferred).

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, resourceful, customer-service focused, and a team player with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen, National, lawful permanent resident, or authorized to work in the U.S. for this employer.

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