Quality Engineering Intern

About the Role

RAM Aerospace is seeking a Quality Engineering Intern for a part-time, semester-based role. This internship offers hands-on exposure to the full range of quality functions within an aerospace manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Systems & Documentation Support: Assist in maintaining and improving RAM's AS9100-compliant quality management system. Support the development, review, and updating of quality procedures, work instructions, and controlled documents.
• Inspection & Measurement Support: Shadow and support the inspection team on the shop floor, learning dimensional and mechanical inspection for precision aerospace components. Gain familiarity with engineering drawings, GD&T, and precision measurement instruments.
• Nonconformance & Corrective Action Support: Assist in documenting and tracking nonconforming material reports (NCRs) and corrective action requests (CARs). Support root cause analysis using structured problem-solving tools.
• Quality Metrics & Data Analysis: Support the collection, organization, and analysis of quality performance data, including defect trends and inspection yields. Assist in preparing reports and visual dashboards.
• Audit & Compliance Support: Assist in the preparation and execution of internal quality audits, gaining exposure to audit methodology for AS9100 and customer quality requirements.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum (due to ITAR requirements).
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background check and drug screening.
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum sophomore standing required. Junior or senior standing preferred.
• Basic understanding of quality engineering concepts gained through coursework, including statistics, inspection methods, or quality management systems.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings and GD&T concepts preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, for data organization and basic analysis.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.