Intern, R&D, Electrical/Computer Engineering

Intern, R&D, Electrical Computer Engineering

General Robotics, a SIG SAUER company, is a leading Research & Development team in the advanced defense systems industry, specializing in light and smart Remote Controlled Weapon Stations (RCWS) that provide our customers with life-saving systems that are innovative, reliable, quality-driven, and simple to operate.

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, airguns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,400 employees across sixteen U.S. locations in three states, and four additional global facilities. SIG SAUER is certified a Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: www.sigsauer.com

Position Summary: The Intern, R&D, Electrical/Computer Engineering will assist in the design of firearm components and accessories and contribute to departmental goals as assigned. This temporary engineering position is intended for engineering students that are actively working toward a Bachelor of Science in Computer or Electrical Engineering. The Intern, R&D, Electrical/Computer Engineering will work in a team environment with the Research and Development Designers, Test Technicians, and Engineers. This position is in Israel.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Safely and effectively operate test equipment according to manuals, work instructions, or industry standards.
Assist in the generation of applicable documentation for the effective and proper use of test systems and equipment utilized by Research and Development to include work instructions and standard operating procedures.
Collaboratively develop new and edit existing data acquisition test plans based on statistical and quality assurance principles to validate design or data quality.
Assist in the analysis and presentation of test data using statistics to ensure repeatability, reproducibility, and accuracy metrics for test systems used in product design validation testing procedures.
Assist in the research of technology to create data acquisition/processing systems to fill gaps in Research and Development departmental test capacity and capabilities.
Assist in design, creating schematics for, and builds of systems and automated equipment for testing firearms, ammunition, or firearm subassemblies.
Participates in and sustains 5S Standards.
Must follow all required ISO procedures, comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements, and adhere to SIG SAUER, Inc. security mandates.
Cross functional efforts with other engineering concentrations within test engineering as needed.
Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills:

High School diploma or equivalent required and pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Advanced coursework in thermodynamics, fluids, materials, mechanisms, CAD, or similar fields preferred. Prior CO-OP, internship, or design project work preferred.
Must have basic proficiency in report creation.
Ability to learn LabVIEW and MATLAB.
Must have basic proficiency using Microsoft Excel and Word.
Must have basic proficiency using CAD software to create parametric solid models and engineering drawings, SolidWorks highly preferred.
Experience with real time data acquisition systems and sensors, such as accelerometers and thermocouples.
Experience using and maintaining firearms and/or related products is preferred.
Must be able to clearly, concisely, and accurately convey ideas and information to others, in English, both verbally and in written form.

Working Conditions:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, and twist, lift and move files.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
Must comply with all exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. Security Mandates.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.