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ForterraForterraClarksburg, MD

SkillBridge Engineering Technician

SkillBridge internship providing hands-on experience fabricating prototype hardware, building cable harnesses, integrating systems onto autonomous vehicle platforms, and supporting manufacturing processes for defense autonomy technology. Requires 3+ years in automotive/industrial repair and electrical troubleshooting.

Salary not listed
On-site3+ YOEEmbedded Engineering

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Supporting fabrication of prototype hardware.
  • Fabricating cable and harness subassemblies.
  • Providing design feedback to engineering with regard to manufacturability and serviceability.
  • Helping to review and redline mechanical and electrical drawing packages.
  • Supporting the development of manufacturing processes and assembly work instructions.
  • Integrating hardware designs onto vehicle platforms.
  • Building and installing electrical components.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including product and engineering, to understand system requirements and deliver quality workmanship.

Requirements

  • Must be eligible for a DoD SkillBridge program opportunity.
  • 3+ years of experience in automotive or industrial repair.
  • Experience in electrical troubleshooting and repair.
  • A solution-driven approach — the ability to distill complexity into its essential components and execute fabrication tasks without needing clearly written procedures.
  • Able to understand new concepts and directional feedback and apply changes quickly and accurately.
  • Able to meet deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
  • High level of craftsmanship, organizational skills, and fabrication quality — someone who takes pride in their work and their work environment.
  • Able to interpret mechanical and electrical assembly drawings and schematics.
  • Proficient in using hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment.
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • A strong interest in defense technology, autonomous vehicles, and technology innovation.

Nice-to-Haves

  • Technical degree or certification in automotive technology, robotics, or a related field.
  • Experience working with autonomous vehicles or driver-assistance systems (ADAS).
  • Experience executing with command line Linux tools for computer and system configuration.
  • Eligibility to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.

Skills

Electrical TroubleshootingFabricationCable Harness AssemblyMechanical DrawingsElectrical SchematicsHand ToolsPower ToolsLinux Command LineAdasAutonomous Vehicles
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