STS Metals is a unified organization composed of five businesses working together to deliver high-quality titanium, stainless and alloy steel and nickel products. We proudly serve the aerospace, medical, industrial, and space industries with a commitment to innovation, manufacturing excellence, and superior customer service.
We are seeking a motivated Quality Engineering Intern to join our Quality and Metallurgy team at Sierra Sheet & Plate (SSP) in Covington, Georgia. This internship provides hands-on exposure to metallurgical testing, quality systems, and process improvement in a precision manufacturing environment serving the aerospace metals industry.
The intern will work closely with the Chief Metallurgist and Quality Manager to support ongoing quality and yield-improvement initiatives, prepare for internal audits, and assist with new product qualifications. This is an excellent opportunity for students pursuing a career in materials science, metallurgy, or mechanical engineering to apply classroom concepts to real-world manufacturing challenges.
Quality & Metallurgical Support
- Support yield improvement planning and analysis of material performance data.
- Assist with allocation of plate and sheet materials based on chemistry and mechanical properties.
- Participate in review and release of planned orders in coordination with production and quality teams.
- Assist in preparation for internal and external audits (QMS and LMA qualification).
- Support Beta Anneal trials and process documentation.
- Contribute to Quality Management System (QMS) maintenance and documentation updates.
- Reporting & Data Analysis
- Help stabilize and improve quality engineering reporting processes.
- Collect and analyze quality metrics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
- Prepare summaries, charts, and reports for review by the metallurgical and quality teams.
- May also provide support for production, data analytics, and other areas, as needed
- Currently enrolled in a Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering degree program.
- Coursework or prior project experience in metallurgy, materials characterization, or manufacturing processes preferred.
- Strong engineering aptitude and analytical thinking.
- Understanding of basic materials science concepts (e.g., heat treatment, microstructure, mechanical properties).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
- Ability to follow technical guidance and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in a Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering degree program.
- Coursework or prior project experience in metallurgy, materials characterization, or manufacturing processes.
- Strong engineering aptitude and analytical thinking.
- Understanding of basic materials science concepts (heat treatment, microstructure, mechanical properties).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
- Ability to follow technical guidance and work both independently and collaboratively.
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
What We Do
Sierra Sheet & Plate (SSP) is a top-tier supplier of quality titanium sheet and plate products, serving the aerospace, medical, and defense markets. They provide custom sizing and flexible lot quantities with vertically integrated production.
