Quality Engineering Intern - Temporary

Position Title: Quality Engineer Intern

For more than 60 years, Power Device Corporation (PDC) has been recognized as a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-reliability Connectivity, Power, and Control solutions for the Aerospace, Defense, and Space industries. Our dedication to supplying quality products, on-time delivery, and superior support, has contributed to the success of our customers and the critical missions they serve.

This position is 100% onsite at our Bohemia, NY location.

The compensation for this role is $20 - $25 hourly a is a 6 month temporary position.

This position requires a U.S Person or a person who can qualify for a Department of State or Department of Commerce License.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Engineering Intern to join our Quality team. This internship provides hands-on experience supporting an AS9100-certified Quality Management System within a high-reliability manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will work alongside Quality Engineers, Process Engineers, and Operations personnel to improve product quality, investigate manufacturing issues, and support customer and regulatory requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineering or technical students interested in aerospace, manufacturing, quality systems, and continuous improvement.

Key Position Accountabilities:

• Support Quality Engineers with day-to-day quality assurance and manufacturing activities.
• Assist in investigating product and process nonconformances using Root Cause and Corrective Action (RCCA) methodologies.
• Participate in the preparation, tracking, and closure of Corrective Action Requests (CARs) and verify implementation of corrective actions.
• Review manufacturing records, inspection results, and test data for completeness and compliance.
• Prepare and organize End Item Data Packs for customer deliveries, ensuring all required quality documentation is complete and accurate.
• Assist with calibration program activities, including reviewing calibration status, updating records, and helping maintain measurement equipment compliance.
• Analyze manufacturing and inspection data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Support First Article Inspection (FAI) activities in accordance with AS9102.
• Assist with internal audits and verification of compliance to AS9100 procedures and work instructions.
• Participate in Material Review Board (MRB) activities by collecting data and supporting disposition documentation.
• Review supplier documentation including Certificates of Conformance, inspection reports, and quality records.
• Help maintain quality metrics, dashboards, and reports for management review.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Inspection teams on quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform additional quality engineering projects as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Comfortable working with data and identifying trends.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a cross-functional team.
• Eagerness to learn aerospace quality standards and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications:

• Currently pursuing a degree in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Quality Engineering
  • Engineering Technology
  • or a related STEM discipline
• Rising junior, senior, or graduate student preferred.

Why Join Us?

This internship offers meaningful, real-world engineering experience where your work directly supports the manufacture of high-reliability aerospace products. You'll collaborate with experienced engineers and quality professionals, gain exposure to industry standards, and build skills that translate directly into careers in aerospace, defense, medical device, automotive, and advanced manufacturing.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. This job description indicates, in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the ADA) expected of the incumbent. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice as required.

Power Device Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons in all facets of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.