Aero Structures Long Island is a family and veteran owned small business founded in 1961 as a small machine shop now located in Westbury, NY. ASLI specializes in the machining of “build to print” complex structural components and highly complex assemblies for the aerospace industry. Today, we produce precision-machined and monolithic structural components and assemblies for a variety of programs, including the military aircrafts CH-47 Chinook, V-22 Osprey, CH-53K, E2D, and the F/A-18 Hornet fighters. Our commercial aircraft programs include the Boeing 767 and the Gulfstream G550 & G650.
2026 INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
We are currently seeking candidates for a Manufacturing Engineering Internship. This is a great opportunity for an individual who demonstrates a high level of attention to detail, possess good mathematical aptitude. This internship will provide a college-level student with practical experience related to his or her major that will enhance and complement their classroom learning.
Position Summary:
The Manufacturing Engineering Intern will work under the direction of more senior engineer. The Engineering Intern will be responsible for creating and maintaining 2D technical drawings from 3D models. Job consists of identifying all features of the engineering drawing using CATIA software. Familiarity with engineering drawings (blueprints) and geometric tolerances a plus. You will work alongside the manufacturing engineer and quality engineers to ensure drawings are suitable for use in AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) reports.
Responsibilities:
· Creating and maintaining 2D drawings from 3D models by using CATIA and ENOVIA, to develop sketches based on customer prints.
· Create technical 2D detail and assembly drawings with appropriate tolerancing methods.
· Analyze CAD drawings and models using CATIA for First Article Inspections (FAI) to ensure quality assurance of aerospace parts.
· Assist Engineering and the Quality Assurance team to provide production of FAI for aerospace parts.
· Implement ANSI/ISO standard to aid GD&T of detailed drawings and facilitate manufacturing standards.
· Draft FAI reports to support Engineering and the Quality Assurance manager for client manufacturing.
· Analyzes and interprets design specifications, drawings, documentation, models, and/or test results to ensure technical designs comply with applicable engineering standards, military specifications, and product requirements.
· Generate 3D models of parts and assemblies in CAD.
· Other duties as assigned to ensure customer needs are met.
· *Local candidates preferred. No relocation available for this position.*
Scheduling
· Time Commitment: The internship requires a part-time commitment of 20 hours (part-time) or 35-40 hours (full-time) per week. (Flexible hours)
· Internship Duration: This position has a typical timeframe of August - December. Internships may be shortened or extended at the discretion of the company.
START DATE: Contingent on Fall 2026 school schedule
Required Qualifications:
· College student in pursuit of a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree or recent graduate.
· A minimum of two (2) years progress towards BS in Manufacturing Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Manufacturing Technology.
· Possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
· Strong computer skills in some or all of the following: MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access).
· Able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, models, sketches and GD&T preferred.
· Knowledge of AutoCAD/Autodesk & SolidWorks
· Basic understanding of manufacturing principles
· Solid technical understanding
· Effective communication skills
· Self-directed and able to work independently
· Ability to multitask, prioritize, and take initiative
· Strong analytical skills, troubleshooting, and problem solving abilities
· Be able to work between 20-40 hours/wk (Flexible hours)
· US Citizen or Permanent Resident
· This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a United States Person as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required
· *Local candidates preferred. No relocation available for this position.*
· Due to our company's position as a key supplier to the US defense industry, All candidates must possess permanent authorization to work in the United States.
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.
Aero Structures Long Island, Inc. is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Aero Structures Long Island is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. Aero Structures Long Island maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship
Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Mechanical Engineering : 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Westbury, NY 11590 (Required)
Work Location: In person
