Co-Op, Mechanical Engineering – Medical Devices [Summer – December 2024]

  • Full-time

Company Description

KMC Systems, an Elbit Systems of America company, offers an ecosystem of engineering and innovation to develop the most advanced clinical and operational solutions for leading medical device customers across a diverse range of market segments. KMC was established in Merrimack, NH, in 1980, conveying almost half a century of innovation, R&D of next generation devices, and the agility to evolve to meet changing market dynamics. This has kept KMC at the forefront of technological advancements and as the premier choice for leading global medical device and healthcare companies. KMC is a full-suite provider with services in: Engineering Design, Manufacturing, Product Ideation, Product Lifecycle Management, and Sustaining Engineering.

We are looking for extraordinary people to join #OneTeamOneMission to create and deliver innovative solutions that protect and save lives

 

Job Description

Under the direct supervision and mentorship of members of the Mechanical Engineering Staff, the Mechanical Engineering Co-Op undertakes a variety of on-going activities and assigned projects at varying levels of professional complexity requiring knowledge within a mechanical engineering college major.  The Engineering Co-Op works as a member of the Mechanical Engineering team in support of contracted tasks including design, modeling, analysis, fabrication, and test activities.  The Co-Op will interact directly with multidiscipline professionals in the planning and implementation of assigned projects.  The Engineering Co-Op is a developmental position and is restricted to college students whose major and personal interests are aligned with the role of the engineering organization and hiring department.  It is a goal of the Co-Op Program to expose the student to the technical business environment to better prepare the student to make informed continued education and career decisions.

  • The successful applicant will provide technical assistance to senior engineers in conducting tests, creating simple CAD models, and completing design of experiments.
  • Participate in technical projects and programs designed to develop personal and professional skills and expertise appropriate to the needs of the Engineering Department.
  • Perform various duties related to the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department based on area of specialty.  Examples of typical assignments include:
    • Mechanical design and testing of medical device products.
    • System and subsystem analysis and requirements specification.
    • System and subsystem modeling and performance analysis.               
    • Design of electrical, mechanical, and/or optical components to engineering specifications
    • Fabrication and debug of prototype electrical, mechanical, and/or optical hardware.
    • Test and measurement using standard test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, temperature probes, and vibration probes.
    • Component investigations with suppliers and subcontractors.
    • Organization and correlation of test data in electronic format utilizing spreadsheets, word processing and database software.
    • Creation of technical documentation.
    • Software programming.          
  • Interact directly with colleagues and other internal or external resources in the planning of assignments and completion of projects.
  • Conduct research and prepare reports based on findings, to include recommendations or alternative proposals for action.
  • Along with other Co-Ops in the Company, participate in a presentation for the Executive Staff designed to summarize the Co-Op experience and describe at least one completed project.

Qualifications

  • Must be a current student enrolled in a Mechanical Engineering  degree program. (Preferably junior or senior year student).
  • Must be available to work full-time hours for the Summer semester - July to December 2024
  • Requires excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to understand and follow complex, detailed instructions, and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment. 
  • Must be able to approach technical problems in a logical and scientific manner. 
  • Must be flexible and able to handle multiple priorities, and be able to work for short to moderate periods of time without direct supervision. 
  • Requires technical writing and documentation skills.
  • Must be able to work a full-time schedule
  • Must be authorized to work in the USA without future sponsorship

Additional Information

Here Are Some of the Great Benefits We Offer:

  • Most locations offer a 9/80 schedule providing every other Friday off
  • Competitive compensation & 401k program to plan for your future
  • Robust medical, dental, vision, & disability coverage with qualified wellness discounts
  • Basic Life Insurance and Additional Life & AD&D Insurances are available
  • Flexible Vacation & PTO
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Generous Employee Referral Program
  • Voluntary Benefits Available: Longer Term Care, Legal, Identify Theft, Pet Insurance, and many more options
  • Voluntary Tricare Supplement available for military retirees

 

It has been and will continue to be the policy of Elbit Systems of America to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels based solely upon job-related qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetics or citizenship status. 

EEO STATEMENT:

Elbit Systems of America is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.  Your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ACCESSIBILITY:

Elbit Systems of America is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [email protected].

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