Sourcing Fall Co-Op
AmerenSalary not specified
Part Time
Entry Level & New Grad
Not SpecifiedCompensation
InternshipExperience Level
InternshipJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, Defense, UAVIndustries
Requirements
- Have completed at least the 2nd year of a relevant degree (typically Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering)
- Strong technical fundamentals
- Have been part of an engineering team/club, preferably with a role related to propulsion
- Experience with mechanical design software and tools such as NX, SolidWorks, or similar
- Demonstrated history of showing ownership of project outcomes and delivering exceptional results
- Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
Responsibilities
- Own a development project that is tailored to the start date and duration of your co-op
- Collaborate with engineers in design, test, and validation of V-BAT UAV propulsion components, with an emphasis on designing for manufacturability (DFM)
- Support development of systems related to oil delivery, fuel delivery, or thermal management for air-cooled piston engines
- Conduct data collection, performance analysis, and report generation from engine and propeller tests
- Participate in troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and implementation of propulsion system improvements
Skills
two-stroke engines
jet fuel systems
oil management
carbon fiber propellers
thermal management
air-cooled engines
propulsion integration
data acquisition
engine performance evaluation
small engine combustion
heat transfer
fluid dynamics
mechanical design
UAV propulsion
design for manufacturability
DFM
Shield AI
Develops AI and autonomous systems for defense
About Shield AI
Shield AI specializes in creating artificial intelligence and autonomous systems specifically for the defense industry. The company develops AI-powered systems, including autonomous drones, that assist military operations, especially in environments where GPS and communication may not be available. This technology allows for safer and more efficient defense operations. Shield AI differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on advanced AI capabilities and securing significant contracts with government and military clients, such as the multi-billion dollar EWAAC contract. The company's goal is to enhance operational capabilities and safety in military contexts, ultimately aiming to protect lives through its innovative solutions.
San Diego, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2015Year Founded
$772.8MTotal Funding
DEBTCompany Stage
AI & Machine Learning, DefenseIndustries
501-1,000Employees