Summer Scholar , Engineering

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

Explore a career where you’re challenged and have access to exciting Engineering projects that stretch your talents. You’ll design and create new systems and technologies to help solve complex aviation problems. Our expert team and supportive leaders give you the trust and independence to do your best work.

As an Engineering Intern at StandardAero, you will gain hands-on industry experience, learn from experts, and collaborate with our teams that raise the standard of excellence. 

Over the course of your 10-12 week internship, you will have the opportunity to: 

• Partner with existing production and engineering teams to support the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) operations in Springfield, IL
• Students will work with experienced engineers on project types that include Monument Design, Structural System Integration and Interior Layout Modifications.

The responsibilities of the role include:

• Responsible for generating detailed 2-D/3-D structural and mechanical engineering drawings for the fabrication and installation of business jet interiors, avionics and structural repairs/modifications.
• Provide overall management of the structural and mechanical engineering deliverables.
• Formulate, implement and track assigned engineering programs to achieve overall goals, technical requirements, schedules, contracts, and specifications.
• Determine, control and report structural engineering budget and variance.
• Provide timely technical assistance to fabrication shops, production, quality and other departments in interpretation and implementation of design data.
• Coordinate data submittals supporting FAA certification.
• Actively support and participates in PDRs and CDRs.
• Interface with other Engineering Leads, CPMs and other departments to ensure design requirements are fully defined and provide estimates for the required activities.
• Responsible for the following deliverables:
  • Structural/ Mechanical Drawings, stress reports and approvals
  • Test Plans for Mechanical Systems
  • Placard Drawings
  • Assist with ICAs, Cert Plans, Airworthiness Limitations, and Issue Papers as required.
• Carries out special projects as assigned.

Position Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen or a U.S. Permanent Resident as per ITAR Regulations.
• Actively working to achieve a bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline.
• Exposure to working with 14 CFR Parts 21, 23 and 25.
• Be able to work either alone or as a team to solve problems.
• Must be able to promote a team environment.
• Be available to work overtime & weekends as required.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Possess excellent written, interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Possess strong organization and planning skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and multiple deadlines.
• Must be able to look ahead, anticipate problems and proactively address issues.

At StandardAero, we offer:

• A clean, safe, and temperature controlled work environment.
• Competitive compensation structures and a total rewards package.
• An opportunity to work with a variety of aircraft engines. 
• 7AM-3:30PM work schedule 
• Opportunities for horizontal and vertical movement within the organization

StandardAero is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, age, national or ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as a protected veteran, and basis of disability status or any other federal, state or local protected class.