Teams at Karman Space & Defense

Hands-on internship applying classroom knowledge to manufacturing, automation, quality, and engineering systems. Work on projects with operational impact, receive mentorship from aerospace engineering leaders, and gain exposure to modern manufacturing technologies in office and shop-floor environments.

Set up and operate CNC and shop equipment to fabricate space/defense parts to engineering drawings and STP files. Inspect parts, maintain quality, tooling, and shop cleanliness, and work with minimal supervision on a 4x10 shift.

Create manufacturing plans in EPICOR ERP for machined, composite, and assembly products; maintain BOMs; solicit supplier quotes and prepare purchase requisitions; track deliveries and on-time status; coordinate with manufacturing, purchasing, quality, program managers, and engineers to ensure accurate planning and resolve issues.