Mechanical Design Co-op Student ELC01: Midland, Ontario Canada, 450 Leitz Road, Midland, ON, L4R 5B8, Canada

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Grow Your Experience: 16 Month Co-op Opportunity in Mechanical Design

Raytheon ELCAN is a global leader in high-precision optical systems. Our commitment to innovation, quality, and excellence spans over 70 years has earned us a reputation for delivering cutting-edge solutions for the most demanding challenges in the world. Join our dynamic team and contribute to projects that have a meaningful impact across the globe. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing facility, with research, design, procurement and manufacturing teams pressing novel technologies in the Aerospace & Defense Markets.

Why Raytheon ELCAN:

At Raytheon ELCAN, we offer more than just a job; we offer the opportunity to be part of a global team that is shaping the future of high-precision optical systems. We provide a collaborative and innovative work environment, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Join us and contribute to projects that push the boundaries of optics while working alongside some of the brightest minds in the field. Raytheon ELCAN is located in Midland Ontario, which offers a perfect blend of urban amenities and natural beauty nestled on the shores of Georgian Bay, making it an ideal place to work and live.

Reporting to the Senior Supervisor, Mechanical Design, the Co-op student will gain experience interfacing with all facets of ELCAN’s operations (Sales, Supply Chain, Design, and Manufacturing) throughout their 16 month placement.

During your co-op you will have the opportunity to work on exciting, novel and cutting edge technologies, helping to develop Raytheon ELCAN’s own products, participating in “Internal Research and Development”, and designing opto-mechanical systems for our Aerospace & Defense customers. The Co-op student will specifically gain experience in opto-mechanical design, mechanical design validation testing, and assembly and test processes. 

Education/Technical Requirements:

• Enrollment in a University internship/co-op program, completing 3rd year in a 4-year program or 4th year of a 5-year program of Electrical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Engineering.
  Preferred co-op term duration is 16 months.
• Hands on experience working with design software to create mechanical models, drawings and assembly drawings;  Autodesk Inventor experience preferred
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting GD&T mechanical engineering drawings
• Ability to develop basic test plans for mechanical parts and systems
• Experience using mechanical test lab equipment to support execution of test plans
• Understanding of design for manufacturing and assembly principles

Requirements/Key Competencies

• Must be a highly motivated self-starter and can work independently towards task completion
• Efficiently prioritize, organize and execute on given tasks
• Strong written and communication skills; interfacing with product development teams
• Ability to be adaptive and take initiative
• Work with a dynamic group of electrical, optical, mechanical designers

The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal reference check and obtain/maintain a Government of Canada security clearance and any applicable clearances with respect to the handling and transfer of controlled goods.

Raytheon ELCAN is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion; we welcome applications from all qualified persons. We are an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, Raytheon ELCAN will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection, and/or assessment process to any applicants with disabilities. If you require disability-related accommodations, please contact Human Resources. All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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