2027 Summer Intern - Supplier Development Engineer - 6463

The role

You will work as a summer intern on supplier development for machined parts. You will audit supplier processes, support quality and on-time delivery, and help suppliers onboard to new designs.

What you will do

• Audit and improve core supplier processes to reduce cost, lead times, and quality issues
• Conduct on-site audits to find the root cause of supplier quality problems
• Assess and improve supplier capabilities in line with engineering and operations priorities
• Give technical guidance to suppliers on part specifications, manufacturing processes, standards, and quality measures
• Track and analyze supplier delivery, quality, and cost metrics, and put corrective actions in place
• Identify and reduce supply chain risks to keep production and delivery on track
• Support new product introduction by making sure suppliers meet quality and delivery requirements

Required qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in electrical, industrial, or mechanical engineering or a related field, graduating December 2027 or Spring 2028
• CAD experience (SolidWorks, NX, CATIA, etc.)
• Excel and data analysis
• PLM or ERP systems
• Ability to travel up to 50%
• Ability to read drawings and GD&T with confidence
• Understanding of machining, welding, and forming processes
• Experience leading root cause investigations (8D, 5 Whys)
• Experience working with suppliers or production lines

About the company

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company that builds intelligent systems to protect service members and civilians. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation technologies.