2025 Manufacturing Engineer Summer Intern - Thales Defense & Security, Inc.

Thales Defense & Security, Inc., is a global company serving the defense, federal, and commercial markets with innovative solutions for the ground tactical, airborne and avionics, and  naval/maritime. In addition to mission-critical communication systems, the company provides helmet-mounted displays and motion tracking technologies; SATCOM terminals; advanced sonar systems; air traffic management navigation, and surveillance, and simulation.  Further, Thales Defense & Security, Inc. serves as a gateway for technology, leveraging Thales-wide solutions—such as combat management systems; naval, airborne, and ground ISR; and electronic warfare—to address U.S. requirements. 

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. has an opening for an intern within the Manufacturing Operations department for 8 weeks during the summer of 2025.  This position will be responsible for some entry level assignments that will provide exposure to multiple job families.  This position is located in Clarksburg office and reports to the Manager of Manufacturing Engineering.

Please Note: The incumbent must be prepared to start in Clarksburg, MD in Summer 2025. 

• Develop process improvements
• Redesign the flow and layout of manufacturing processes to increase productivity and profitability
• Designing tools & fixtures to support production
• Support final development & implementation of products into manufacturing

Intern must be able to comply with Thales policies, procedures and guidelines.

• U.S. Citizenship required. - Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Most be enrolled in an accredited university of college and have completed at least 2 semesters within the Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Must be proficient in English both verbal and written.

• Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values. 

For specific questions about this job posting, candidates may contact the recruiter at careers@thalesdsi.com.

Thales champions inclusion and we believe diversity strengthens the fabric of our culture. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer/AA/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Thales is an E-Verify employer.

Thales is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales, please call Human Resources at 240-864-7000.

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