Intern, Product Support Engineering

Business Overview

Location: West Hartford, CT, US, 06110-1328
Business Unit: Systems and Support
Function: Engineering Internship (Product Support Engineer, Mechanical)

Overview
Triumph Group designs, engineers, manufactures, repairs, and overhauls a broad portfolio of aviation and industrial components, accessories, subassemblies, systems and aircraft structures. We partner with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and operators of commercial, regional, business and military aircraft worldwide, to provide products and services that solve their most challenging problems. So, whatever the part, component or complexity of assembly, Triumph is committed to quality, service and meeting the specialized needs of each customer. Triumph participates at all levels of the aerospace supply chain – from single components to complex systems, to aerospace structures and their contents. We provide solutions for the entire product life cycle of an aircraft – from raw material to aftermarket service. Our unique ability to integrate a broad range of products and capabilities is our competitive advantage.

Based in West Hartford, CT, Triumph Systems, Electronics and Controls is a leading independent aerospace system supplier for the commercial and military helicopter and business jet markets and employs approximately 500 employees. The Company’s key products and services include electronic engine controls, fuel metering units, main fuel pumps, flow dividers, actuation systems, and environmental control systems including compressors as well as vapor cycle cooling and refrigeration for both the OE and aftermarket/spares end markets.

We are rapidly growing and looking for people who feel rewarded by innovation, career growth, and making an impact and while working with state-of-the-art equipment on cutting-edge projects. If you’re ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported as you pursue your professional best, we hope you’ll explore a future with TRIUMPH.

Position

Triumph is actively recruiting an intern for the summer of 2024 to work alongside our hydromechanical product support team assisting with a range of technical responsibilities in the design, development, and sustaining engineering for Triumph’s mechanical products. The internship will provide a college-level student with practical experience related to their major that will enhance and complement classroom study. In addition, at the West Hartford facility, the student will gain exposure to all the aspects of the full product life cycle of highly engineered aerospace components and experience collaborating with colleagues of all levels in the organization.

Responsibilities

•Assist in the execution of successful product development programs for new or modified fielded products from concept design through release to production.
•Prepare component specifications, test plans, and test reports.
•Provide assistance and oversight for mechanical and hydraulic test activities (setup and testing) including qualification, troubleshooting and development/research tests.
•Execute test data reduction activities to facilitate conclusions from test results.
•Assist engineers with review and disposition of nonconforming hardware.
•Assist engineers with diagnosis and troubleshooting hydromechanical systems including pumps and controls, electro-mechanical devices, thermal systems, and actuators both in the OE assembly environment as well as MRO products returned from field service.
•Evaluate product subcomponents for appropriate application of additive manufacturing technology.
•Evaluate processes for streamlining and eliminating waste via introduction of new technology, standards, and automation.

Qualifications

•College Junior or Senior.
•Minimum GPA of 3.0.
•Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Thermodynamics, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
•Strong writing/technical writing ability.
•Self-motivated with good interpersonal and team skills.
•Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
•Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
•Good interpersonal skills with an ability to deal with all levels in the organization

Vision and Mission

Our Vision:
As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.

Our Mission:
We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.

Our Values:
1.Integrity – Do the right thing for our stakeholders. We value safety, diversity, and respect.
2.Teamwork – Win as One team-one company. Solicit help and assist others.
3.Continuous Improvement – Pursue zero defect quality. Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
4.Innovation – Passion for growing the business. Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
5.Act with Velocity – Partner, anticipate and communicate. Proactively solve problems.

Physical Demands

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms: stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

EHS

Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.

Code of Conduct

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes. All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH’s Code of Conduct.

Pursuant to International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”), applicants for SELECT positions will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship, U.S. Permanent Residence, or U.S. Immigration Status in order to meet the minimum qualifications for those select positions. All inquiries related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements. Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.