Opto-Mechanical Design Co-Op (Waterdown, CAN)

Job Title: Opto-Mechanical Design Co-op Job Location: Toronto, Ontario Reference #43988 Job Schedule: 9/80

As a subsidiary of L3Harris Technologies and within the Integrated Mission Systems Segment, the WESCAM division develops the most advanced optical sensor and targeting systems for global defense and military sectors, National Security, Search & Rescue and Airborne law enforcement agencies. From long-range covert surveillance missions to search and rescue operations, our MX-series systems, and the mission systems solutions they are a part of, produce stabilized high-magnification electro1-optical and infrared images from airborne, marine and ground based platforms, enabling our customers to see first and act first.

Job Description

The Opto-Mechanical Engineering department at L3 WESCAM - Don Mills Operations is looking for an intern student to work as a junior engineer on hands-on projects related to one of our core technologies: Imaging Systems. You will be paired with a senior member of the team and conduct various testing, analyses and be involved in design activities. The team offers a supportive learning environment where you will be provided with as much challenge as you are willing to undertake. If you like technical challenges and if you are looking for a valuable, hands-on internship experience, Don Mills is for you.

Essential Functions

Test complex precision mechanics and Opto-Mechanical assemblies, including visible and infrared imaging lenses. Develop advanced test set-up to measure the performance of optical and electro-mechanical systems Develop and implement new automation capabilities Generate advanced data analyses to support senior Opto-Mechanical Design Engineers Evaluate state-of-the-art commercial technologies and identify potential suppliers for integration into WESCAM products. Support design engineers in the development of new Opto-Mechanical assemblies Generate CAD models, and drawings Execute engineering changes and releas