Skydio
Process Engineering Intern - Summer 2027
Hayward, California, United States. Posted a month ago
The role
This intern will support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for autonomous products. You will work with engineers to improve production efficiency, optimize processes, and support new product introductions.
What you will do
- Support development and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes
- Conduct time studies and analyze manufacturing cycle times
- Assist in developing and maintaining standard work instructions and process documentation
- Support production capacity studies, line balancing, and labor modeling
- Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Production, and Supply Chain teams
- Analyze production performance data including cycle times, downtime, and OEE
- Assist with production line layouts, workstation design, and material flow improvements
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support engineering projects from planning through implementation
- Work with production operators and technicians to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges
Required qualifications
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, industrial engineering principles, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel or similar data analysis tools
- Strong organizational skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Nice to have
- Familiarity with time study techniques, predetermined motion time systems such as MOST or MODAPTS, or work measurement principles
- Experience with Python, SQL, or Power BI
- Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing concepts, standard work, line balancing, or capacity analysis
- Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD, Fusion 360, or SolidWorks
Before you apply
- Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged
- Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility
About the company
Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight. The team combines expertise in artificial intelligence, hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession.