KARMAN SPACE & DEFENSE: Karman is the market leading suppliers of metallic and composite flight hardware and sub-assemblies for the space, missile, and hypersonic markets. Karman offers an unprecedented capability set to customers, creating a supply chain solution in a historically fragmented supply base. The Karman team draws on in-house expertise in engineering & design, precision machining, large part forming, welding, heat age, finishing, assembly, ablative & insulative composites, and other capabilities to serve as a strategic partner to customers. Karman is headquartered in greater Los Angeles and currently has 5 locations in Southern California, 1 location in Mukilteo, Washington and 1 location in Wilsonville, Oregon.
Who We’re Looking For:
We are seeking motivated students who are eager to apply what they’ve learned in the classroom to real challenges in manufacturing, automation, quality, and engineering systems. Whether you're interested in machining technology, process improvement, automation, or systems integration, we offer opportunities to match your interests.
Ideal candidates are:
- Pursuing degrees in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Software, Quality, or Systems Engineering
- Strong problem solvers with a hands-on approach
- Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment
- Curious and motivated to learn new technologies, processes, and tools
- Effective communicators who enjoy building relationships across teams
What You’ll Gain:
- Practical experience on projects that have real operational impact
- Mentorship and exposure to engineering leaders in the aerospace industry
- Access to modern manufacturing technology and production environments
- Networking opportunities across our Southern California facilities
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
- As a federal contractor, Karman Space & Defense is committed to compliance with all federal employment eligibility requirements. We participate in E-Verify, a web-based system that allows enrolled employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. As an E-Verify employer, federal compliance mandates that we require documentation to verify your identity and employment authorization upon hire.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- This position operates in a professional office environment and occasionally on the shop floor.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- No travel is required for this position.
Equal Opportunity
Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.
Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.
Skills Required
- Pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Software, Quality, or Systems Engineering
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times
- Ability to provide documentation verifying identity and employment authorization (E-Verify) upon hire
- Meet ITAR eligibility (U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, refugee, asylee, or otherwise eligible for required authorizations)
- Strong problem solving and hands-on approach
- Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment
- Curious and motivated to learn new technologies, processes, and tools
- Effective communication and relationship-building across teams
What We Do
Karman Space & Defense is a leader in the rapid design, development, and production of critical, next-generation system solutions that align with the U.S. Department of War’s core mission priorities and meet our nation’s accelerating demand for access to space. Building on nearly 50 years of success, we deliver Payload & Protection Systems, Aero/Hydrodynamic Interstage Systems, and Propulsion & Launch Systems to more than 80 prime contractors supporting over 130space and defense programs. For more information, visit our website at Karman-SD.com.
