Mechanical Engineering Intern

Vista Outdoor is a leading global designer, manufacturer and marketer of consumer products in the growing outdoor sports and recreation markets. Our portfolio of over 30 well-recognized brands gives outdoor enthusiasts, hunters, recreational shooters, professional athletes, law enforcement and military professionals a range of performance-driven, high-quality and innovative products.

The Mechanical Engineering Intern will be responsible for supporting the Product Creation team design and develop products for our Bell Helmet categories.

* Responsible for the mechanical design of new products working in conjunction with the development team to combine function and aesthetics into market leading products * Strong teamwork with Marketing to conceptualize new product ideas based on competitive and market needs * Create, prepare and evaluate functional prototypes to verify design intent through virtual or physical methods * Heavy CAD workload throughout development cycle to flesh out ideas and to execute the final design from conception to Manufacturing. * Create and maintain design documentation such as engineering drawings, product and material specifications, bill of materials, etc. to assure quality in product designs * Conduct cost analysis on new product designs * Take ownership of project schedule, prototyping, costs analysis and quoting under guidance of manager * Evaluate designs relative to applicable safety standards * Work with Manufacturing Engineers and Operations group to improve cost and ease of manufacturing * Acknowledge that your work affects the quality level of the final product * Consistently meet or beat assigned deliverables and project schedule dates. * Direct the efforts of inside and outside resources to create drawings, models and prototypes * Keep informed of the latest developments in the field by reading trade journals, individual contacts and attendance at appropriate meetings and/or trade shows * Direct the efforts of Engineering Technicians to assist within the product development process * Holds “specialist” role for the R&D group in at least one domain * Take on minor and major level projects outside of day to day product design * Provide mentorship to Junior Engineers and Interns

**Education and Experience Requirements:** * In process or completed Junior year a Mechanical Engineering (BSME) program * CAD experience required, preferably proficient in Solidworks and Rhino * Computer experience/knowledge of Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project). * Experienced and competent with basic model shop tools and procedures **Desired Qualifications:** * Fostering Partnerships - Building partnerships with internal customers * Promoting Teamwork - Utilizing the power of the team over individual contributions; Appreciating the Mechanical Engineering / Industrial Design development relationship * Effective Communication - Clear communication to internal and external customers in multiple formats * Patience / Listening / Respect - Thoughtful reflection and understanding of what others are saying before responding / reacting; acknowledging the needs and work of others * Approachability - Always open to the needs of your team and customers * Accepting Constructive Feedback – Utilizing the team’s knowledge and individual strengths for self- improvement * Accountability - Taking accountability for your actions * Mechanical Aptitude - Ability to perform professional mechanical engineering assignments of wide variety and complexity under general direction with considerable discretion as to work details given experience level * Work Management - Strong project management and organizational skills, acute attention to detail and refined aesthetic sensibilities * Fostering Innovation - looking beyond the norm and embracing necessary change in product design * Problem Solving - Effectively analyzing all aspects of a problem, gathering necessary data, consulting others, making an informed decision and communicating it to the appropriate people