Mechanical Design Engineer Intern -Business UnitUTC Aerospace SystemsReq ID63705BRDate posted04/05/2018CityWest Des MoinesState/ProvinceIowa What do we do at UTC Aerospace Systems? Every second a plane takes off with UTC Aerospace Systems equipment onboard. From space exploration and defense to todays more electric, more intelligent, more integrated aircraft our systems make modern flight possible. And by make it possible, we mean: we start it, power it, control it, ventilate it, quiet it, land it, stop it and monitor it. We have more than 41,000 employees across 150 countries working at the forefront of technological innovation. Thanks to their efforts, our global reach and our market-leading position, we do big things no one else can do. The Intern Experience Want to work in one of the most exciting industries in the world today? Consider how an internship with UTC Aerospace Systems (UTAS) can jumpstart your career; this is a chance to work alongside the aerospace industry's top people in some of the world's most technologically advanced facilities. Its an exciting opportunity to take on challenging projects, integrate theory and practice, and further confirm your career choices within a highly stimulating culture. If you want to be a part of a global business thats creating innovative solutions for the aerospace industrys biggest customers, consider this your runway. All superstars start somewhereare you ready to take off? Role Overview As a Mechanical Design Engineering Intern, you will support the designing and analysis activities of Gas Turbine Fuel System Components. Our team is responsible for the design and analysis of Fuel Nozzles, Valves and Manifolds. This internship will provide the opportunity for you to learn and understand the principles of operation of a Gas Turbine Engine and the Combustion System. These components are highly engineered to the customer requirements. We partner with world renowned companies allowing you the opportunity to support some of the leading aerospace manufacturers on exciting engine programs. In addition, you will get to develop your skills in customer interactions, program management and execution, 3-D modeling and analysis, and component testing. You will be paired with a mentor to support product development activities, including SolidWorks modeling and basic ANSYS FEA thermal and structural analyses. You will work on new designs, design improvements and fielded hardware. Thermal and structural analyses will be performed to validate that the design meets the customer requirements. Reports are written for internal documentation and customer communication. The Mechanical Design Engineering Intern shall be responsible for: -Solid Modeling and ANSYS FEA analysis of our products -Supporting the coordination of projects in production and in development at the lab -Continuing implementation and updating of nozzle and valve databases, allowing quick access to our most common products -Coordinating and documenting updates to our ANSYS/Design Life materials database with our latest material properties (Non-linear analysis properties and strain life properties) -Participating in the implementation of our electronic Design Handbook -Supporting the archival of previous program documents for quick access by the engineering community Qualification: Basic Qualifications -At least a Junior status (60 + credit hours) by start date, with completed course material relating to the mechanical design of products (heat transfer, fluids, materials, machine design and analysis) -GPA of 3.0 or above is required -Must be willing to work 40 hours per week -Due to federal regulation or contracting requirements, this position is only available to U.S. persons Preferred Qualifications -Proficient in MS Office products and SolidWorks desirable -ANSYS experience -Critical and strategic thinking ability -Innovative -Strong interpersonal and communications skills -Ability to work independently -Results-oriented -Strong analytical skills coupled with the ability to develop strategy -Ability to collaborate and work effectively in teams Due to federal regulation or contracting requirements, this position is only available to U.S. persons. Nothing matters more to UTC Aerospace Systems than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all U.S. positions require a background check, which may include a drug screen. Education:Pursuing a Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, bachelors or masters degree United Technologies Corporation is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Note to candidates regarding interview scams:We'd like to make it clear that UTC Aerospace Systems never asks candidates for money. If you've been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond, send money or personal information. Please report any suspicious activity to -. -(FONT)