Co-Op: Design Engineering (Spring 2026) - Jackson, MS

What you’ll do:

The Co-op Student will assist design engineers by performing assignments related to the design and testing of aerospace and military vehicle hydraulic components and systems.  The assignments will include cross-functional interaction with manufacturing, quality, and procurement.

Potential tasks are summarized below:\
1.    Perform standard engineering calculations to solve engineering and design problems.
2.    Participate in lab development tests by assisting in the set-up of test facilities, record and analyze standard test data, and prepare test data.
3.    Design and model test fixtures and components using Creo CAD.
4.    Compile engineering information to assist in the preparation of technical reports.
5.    Check and modify engineering drawings (machining, forging, casting, and assembly drawings).

Throughout the training cycle, this program provides participants with meaningful projects where individual efforts and contributions are critical.  Participants will receive multiple opportunities for training, networking, and assignment coaching in addition to receiving ongoing feedback in order to evaluate personal progress and identify development opportunities
 

Qualifications:

• Actively enrolled in or received a bachelor’s degree (preferably, Sophomore, Junior or Senior) in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering at an accredited institution.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (please don't round).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.
• This position requires the use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).  All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.  ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.