Manufacturing Quality Intern; Summer

Position: Manufacturing Quality Intern (Summer 2026)
Job Description

Pac Sci EMC, a Ralliant Operating Company, is seeking a Manufacturing Quality Engineering (MQE) Intern to join our team for Summer 2026. This internship is designed for students graduating in who are eager to gain hands-on experience in manufacturing quality engineering and process improvement within a fast-paced aerospace and defense environment.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous process improvement initiatives within the manufacturing process.
• Assist in planning, coordinating, and documenting quality activities to ensure compliance with standards and requirements.
• Collaborate with design engineering, manufacturing, planning, and other functions to ensure product quality.
• Participate in investigating internal and external quality concerns, working with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in reviewing documentation for completeness and accuracy.
• Support supplier quality efforts by helping address vendor hardware discrepancies.
• Analyze work instructions and procedures for potential errors and failure points.
• Contribute to developing process controls and sustaining improvements.
• Participate in daily management meetings alongside program support teams.
• Support customer-facing activities such as preparation of lot data packages and First Article Inspections (FAIs).
• Gain hands-on exposure by spending time on the assembly floor alongside engineering and operations teams.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Junior or senior standing in 2026 or 2027, currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, Industrial, or related Engineering field.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and statistical/data analysis tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to summarize findings in clear reports.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Exposure to quality tools such as APQP, FMEA, Control Plans, or PPAP is a plus.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement practices is desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.

Compliance / Eligibility Requirement (ITAR)

• Due to contractual and regulatory requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. Pac Sci EMC is a U.S. Department of State ITAR-regulated employer. To comply with ITAR-controlled contracts and access requirements, this position requires U.S. citizenship.
• Learning Outcomes
• Gain practical experience in manufacturing quality engineering and process improvement.
• Learn how to apply quality tools and methodologies in a real-world aerospace and defense environment.
• Strengthen problem-solving, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Develop professional communication and customer-facing capabilities.
• Build a foundation for future roles in quality, operations, or engineering.

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About Us

Ralliant Corporation Overview

Ralliant, originally part of Fortive, now stands as a bold, independent public company driving innovation at the forefront of precision technology. With a global footprint and a legacy of excellence, we empower engineers to bring next-generation breakthroughs to life - faster, smarter, and more reliably. Our high-performance instruments, sensors, and subsystems fuel mission-critical advancements across industries, enabling real-world impact where it matters most.

At Ralliant we're building the future, together with those driven to push boundaries, solve complex problems, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

About the Team

About Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (Pac Sci EMC)

Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company (Pac Sci EMC), a Ralliant Corporation (NYSE: RAL) operating company, makes critical missions possible. From concept to demonstration to delivery, we provide leading-edge energetic materials, devices and subsystems for use in military and commercial applications. With engineering and manufacturing capability in Arizona and California, our associates work together to solve the toughest technical challenges with a dedication to Safety First, Quality Every TimeTM.

We enable success for innumerable missions on a daily basis, impacting the lives of military personnel, law enforcement officers, commercial airline pilots, astronauts, and oil field operators. For nearly a century, Pac Sci EMC's experience and expertise has been relied upon in the times When Milliseconds Matter

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Pac Sci EMC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, sex, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. Nonetheless, pursuant to our subcontractor status on highly sensitive national security matters, Mechanical Assemblers and all other floor personnel who frequently shift cell assignments, as well as any personnel directly working with the following contract are subject to the following contractual…