Intern – Manufacturing Engineering Focus: Multi-axis robotics, directed-energy processing workflows, and production-quality documentation Location: West Lafayette, IN (HARF) Duration: TBD Work Authorization / Clearance: U.S. Citizen; must be U.S. clearance eligible Preferred: Active security clearance Organization: Advanced manufacturing startup supporting military and commercial programs Role Summary INTALUS is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Intern to support machine- and workflow-facing process development on custom multi-axis robotic directed-energy platforms. This role is operations-facing: setup support, fixturing/part handling, parameter capture, traveler discipline, inspection routines, and process documentation. The intern will help standardize repeatable workflows aligned with AS9100D, NADCAP, ISO 9001:2015, and CMMC Level 1–2 expectations, coordinating closely with the Materials Engineering intern for sample handoff and measurement feedback. Key Responsibilities 1. Manufacturing process development (machine and workflow-facing) • Support setup and supervised operation of multi-axis robotic motion systems and directed-energy tooling. • Assist with fixturing concepts, part handling, tooling readiness, and setup checklists to improve repeatability. • Capture process parameters, run IDs, equipment configuration states, and build conditions using standardized templates (objective evidence discipline). • Support prototype builds, parameter validation trials, and workflow standardization (sequencing, handoffs, rework paths). 2. Inspection integration and process control • Help define in-process checks and inspection routines (what to measure, when to measure, how to record). • Support build records (travelers, route sheets, inspection signoffs where applicable). • Coordinate sample handoffs to Materials Engineering and ensure traceability continuity. 3. Quality system buildout (AS9100 / ISO 9001 readiness) • Draft SOPs, work instructions, process flow diagrams, setup sheets, maintenance procedures, and calibration routines. • Support nonconformance logging discipline and corrective action inputs (under direction). • Help organize audit-ready objective evidence: revision control, record retention, training signoffs, and controlled forms. 4. CMMC-aligned operational practices (Level 1–2) • Assist in mapping where manufacturing data is created/stored/transmitted (parameters, travelers, inspection outputs). • Support checklists and short training materials for reinforcing controlled data handling practices. 5. Engineering operations support • Support time studies, throughput observations, and utilization tracking to inform capacity planning. • Assist with procurement support for tooling/consumables and readiness reviews. What You'll Gain • Hands-on exposure to multi-axis robotic motion systems and directed-energy manufacturing workflows. • An inside look at how aerospace/defense suppliers build compliant manufacturing systems from scratch. • Experience creating documentation, travelers, and quality process artifacts that support future certification (AS9100 / ISO 9001). • The opportunity to make a direct impact on a startup manufacturing foundation within the Purdue innovation ecosystem.