What You Will Do:

This is an exciting opportunity for Interns to work on avionics that fly on aircraft of the present and the future!

Astronautics Corporation of America (Astronautics) is seeking Interns who would like to learn about sophisticated electronic systems that pilots use to fly commercial and military aircraft. At Astronautics, one day, you can work on a computer that helps navigate a Boeing commercial jet, and the next day, you can work on a display system that provides mission information to Air Force F-16 pilots. Since 1959, Astronautics has designed and manufactured avionics for over 150,000 aircraft. Our reputation is unsurpassed in the aerospace industry. Our displays, computers, and avionics systems fly on board the most sophisticated aircraft in the world and are built to last for the life of the aircraft. Our service and repairs department are vital to ensuring the highest quality products that pilots depend upon.

Our electronics technicians evaluate and diagnose our products, which may require service or repair, and then perform the work to return these products to flight-worthy status. Our Interns, working under the guidance of our experienced technicians, will gain hands-on experience in diagnosing and repairing these electronic systems using drawings, schematics, and test equipment. These year-round internship opportunities are for anyone enrolled in a technical college who is pursuing an associate degree in Electronics Engineering Technology (EET) or related field of study and is interested in starting a career as an electronics technician. We offer competitive pay, a friendly team environment, and flexible hours during the workweek to accommodate school schedules. This is a first shift, part-time position (minimum 24 hours, Mon-Fri). Work hours are generally 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

How You Will Do It:

• Troubleshoot analog and digital circuits to the component level.
• Conduct various testing of boards at Flying Probe and Functional Test.
• Disassemble and reassemble aircraft avionics equipment.
• Generate summary reports using software programs such as MS Office.
• Maintain organized work area and self-manage workload to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks.

What We Look For:

Required:

• Enrolled in a technical college an associate degree in Electronics Engineering Technology (EET) or related field of study from an accredited institution.
• Must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75/4.0. throughout internship.
• Available to work 24 or more hours per week (weekdays during the day).
• Must be able to understand written work instructions, drawings and schematics.
• Must be familiar with MS Word, Excel and Access.
• Must be able to pass a required electronics assessment after 1^st year of school.
• Must be able to successfully pass Astronautics solder training program.
• Eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.
• Must be able to work on U.S. government programs or obtain security clearance in the future.

Desired

• Experience in electronic assembly or a manufacturing environment.

Who We Are:

Join a team that designs computers, displays, and electronic systems for aircraft of the future! At Astronautics Corporation of America (Astronautics), you will be part of a creative group of professionals who work on the cutting-edge of technology. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and the opportunity for professional growth in a friendly environment.

Astronautics, headquartered in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, is a global leader in the design, development and manufacture of secure avionics equipment and systems for the commercial and military aerospace industry. Key product areas include electronic primary flight and engine displays, connected aircraft and cyber solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers for airborne applications. Services include avionics system integration and custom software for critical applications. Since its founding in 1959, Astronautics has been providing trusted, reliable, and tailored solutions to help customers achieve mission success. Astronautics is the parent company of Kearfott Corporation, headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, or veteran status.