Engineering COOP - Manufacturing/Quality (June - December 2027)

About the role

We're seeking team members who thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments for our 2027 Engineering COOP positions at our Orange City, IA facility. Your Work Matters Here At SEKISUI Aerospace, you're not just filling a position, you're joining a team that takes pride in precision, craftsmanship, and innovation. When you walk through our doors, you become part of a company, helping shape the future of aerospace manufacturing while building a stronger future for yourself.

What You Will Do

• Shadowing members of the assigned department as they perform their duties.
• Assisting with daily departmental duties such as research, filing, data entry, and recording and maintaining accurate and complete records.
• Preparing reports and other documents.
• Handling sensitive or confidential information with honesty and integrity.
• Learning how to work as part of a departmental team to compile and analyze data, track information, and support the company or clients.
• Taking on additional tasks or projects to learn more about department and office operations.

What You Will Need To Be Successful

• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must have excellent attention to detail and proven ability to work with detailed information/data.
• Must be able to operate standard office equipment, Microsoft Office programs, and basic awareness of ERP module and systems.
• Ability to organize, conduct and schedule meetings.
• Experience in composites or other manufacturing is preferred.

Working Conditions

• PPE is provided to protect employees against physical harm or hazards in the workplace environment.
• Exposure to loud sounds and distracting noise levels.
• Exposure to hazardous equipment.
• Exposure to contaminants.
• Usually work indoors. These sites may not be temperature controlled.
• Shared workspaces with other employees.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, and bending.
• Standing and/or walking for 8 to 12 or more hours per day (varies based on role, shift, and overtime).
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Required PPE

• Ear Plugs - Earmuffs
• Full Face Shield
• Gloves (Latex, Rubber, Chemical Resistant, General Duty)
• Protective Apron
• Respirator
• Safety Glasses - Safety Goggles

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Pre-Employment Drug and Background Screenings

SEKISUI Aerospace is a Drug-Free workplace. Pre-employment drug screen required. Any applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to a background screening.

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

SEKISUI Aerospace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

People With Disabilities

SEKISUI Aerospace is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the human resources department at the appropriate SEKISUI Aerospace manufacturing site.

E-Verify Statement

SEKISUI Aerospace is a federal contractor and is required to participate in the federal government’s E-Verify program. E-Verify allows us to confirm the employment authorization of newly hired employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. With respect to new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with a new hire’s completion of the Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification within three days of starting employment.

Export Control Requirements

This position must meet (ITAR) export control compliance requirements. To meet export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.15 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.