Mechanical Engineering Intern

Company Overview AERO Specialties is a world leader in manufacturing and distributing high‑quality ground support equipment (GSE). Founded in 1987, we now operate offices in Boise,  multiple international service locations. Our mission is to provide the best GSE and customer service possible, and we are seeking team members who share our values of excellence and performance.

Location Boise,

The AERO Specialties Mechanical Engineering Intern supports new product development, customer‑specific products, production engineering, and quality initiatives under the direct supervision of the Engineering Manager. The intern works to meet corporate initiatives through innovation, world‑class product development, and improvement of existing products.

• The ability to work hard, to complete multiple challenging tasks/projects within agreed time frames and with the appropriate level of critical thinking and quality. To manage daily, monthly and annual goals with clear, proactive communication and follow‑up across all teams, both internal and external.
• To drive to improve the business and its processes by seeking efficiency in all activities.
• A commitment to be your best self - everyday; to taking responsibility for your actions; to taking a positive approach towards your coworkers, our challenges and our failures; to pushing yourself and your coworkers for results.

• Play an integrated role with product development teams working on design challenges in our industry.
• Utilize critical problem‑solving techniques to solve design and development problems.
• Create 3D CAD models and assemblies (Solid Works) with supporting documentation.
• Hands on design experience;
  Create detailed designs, procure materials, and fabricate concepts/prototypes.
• Utilize good design methodologies to layout design sets, create pros/cons, and appropriate justifications to make strong decisions.
• Design, coordinate, and interpret results from engineering tests and experiments.
• Apply classroom knowledge to real world design problems.
• Work and communicate effectively as a team member.
• Regularly and reliably work the scheduled shift.
• Support, recognize, define, and solve problems/opportunities within the Factory.
• Support of manufacturing process, including layout and concepts.
• Develop knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) Guidelines.
• Additional duties as assigned by Management

What qualifies someone for this position?

• Preferred candidate will be a full‑time student of at least junior status currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s degree program in Engineering, preferably Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in Solidworks
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point

• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of general drafting practices required. Solid modeling experience preferred (Creo, Solid Works, etc.).
• Dedication and desire for quality performance.
• Motivated and eager to learn industry concepts.
• Organizational, planning, and problem‑solving skills.

Good oral and written communication skills, good organizational skills, self‑motivation.

• Competitive pay DOE!
• We pay 100% of your (the employee’s) health insurance premium at time of eligibility (after 60 days at 1st of the month)!
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)!
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)!
• Employer match for 401k with eligibility to participate after only 90 days!
• Options for short-term and long-term disability insurance!
• Flexible work schedules!
• Paid vacations and personal time; the longer you’re with us, the more you’ll accrue!
• Paid holidays!
• Potential for profit sharing!