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Engineering Intern

Kansas City, United States

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Engineering Student

Part Time (Full Time this summer)

Company Overview:

We believe revitalizing the industrial base by developing breakthroughs in automated manufacturing and integrated production is necessary to enable the US to compete globally. To meet this critical need, Raven is building breakthrough composite 3D printing smart factories for thermal protection and lightweight structures for aerospace and defense. Our Microwave Assisted Deposition (MAD) innovation unlocks scalable 3D printing of highly tailorable, commercial-off-the-shelf thermoset and ceramic composite materials for the first time. Raven's technology stack leverages MAD 3D printing, real-time controls, and data-driven learning to deploy the most efficient and versatile factories for advanced composites manufacturing. Our mission is to transform composite manufacturing, alleviate supply chain bottlenecks, and accelerate innovation through the power of MAD 3D printing.

Position Overview:

An Engineering Intern at Raven, you will assist the development of composite materials and manufacturing processes as the team scales up MAD 3D printing and builds digitized production lines. Your job will be to help the team mix composite paste material formulations, prepare the MAD 3D printer, and assist with day-to-day operations to build our first MAD 3D printing production line and produce samples and parts for testing with partners and customers.  

Raven is looking for a part-time (full-time this summer) employee with a strong independent problem-solving mentality that learns quickly and delivers high-quality work. As a new hire at an early-stage startup, you must be adaptable to a fast-paced work environment and excited to learn, build your skills, and take on new challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Test 3D printer prototypes with various composite materials to optimize the processing parameters and achieve high-quality prints
  • Mix materials, print samples, and post-process as necessary for characterization
  • Identify areas of improvement needed for the 3D printer hardware and software
  • Collaborate and communicate with teammates and the leadership team
  • Utilize your unique skills and talents to support the engineering team
  • Report findings and key observations from your work
  • Assist the team is setting up the infrastructure for the smart factory
  • Assist in day-to-day startup operation tasks as needed

Basic Requirements (most should be met):

  • In school for a B.S. in mechanical/chemical/electrical engineering or other relevant degree
  • Basic knowledge of 3D printing, composite materials, or electronics/space systems
  • Genuine enthusiasm about Raven’s mission, technologies, and customer problems
  • Flexibility to wear multiple hats and work well on small teams that move fast
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to learn efficiently
  • Good people skills, teamwork, and communication skills
  • Strong desire to work at a startup
  • Must be a US citizen

Preferred Qualifications (not required but nice to have):

  • In school for an M.S. or Ph.D. in engineering or another relevant field
  • 2+ years of experience (including relevant graduate school experience)
  • Experience with any of the following:
    • Direct Ink Write (DIW) 3D printing, bioprinting, or other 3D printing methods
    • Thermoset polymers, ceramics, nanomaterials, or composite materials
    • Electronics, circuits, control systems, or programming
    • 3D CAD (Inventor, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, etc.)
    • Small businesses or startups
    • Resin/composite paste mixing processes (e.g., vacuum centrifugal mixing)

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Pay range: $15 - $25 / hour (dependent on experience and relevant skills)
  • Room and board for non-KC residents (prefer KC residents currently)

Additional Information:

Raven Space Systems is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status. 

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