Co-op Student, Mechanical Engineering (8-to-12-month term)

at  Leonardo DRS

LEONARDO DRS, headquartered in Arlington, Virginia and is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Leonardo which employs more than 45,000 people worldwide. We offer a competitive compensation package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on LEONARDO DRS, please visit our website at www.drs.com. We are committed to recruiting and retaining the best talent in the defense and aerospace industry.
DRS Technologies Canada Ltd. (DRS Canada), is a leading mid-tier Canadian defence electronics company specializing in military voice and data communications systems; electro-optics (EO) and infrared search and tracking systems (IRST); command, control, communications, computers and intelligence (C4I) systems integration; deployable flight data recorders; defence/space electronics manufacturing

JOB SUMMARY

At Leonardo DRS, we’re passionate about bringing fresh perspectives and bold ideas to everything we do. Our co-op opportunity will give you the chance to jump in and make a tangible impact. From day one, you will contribute to a broad range of hardware development activities applying both hands-on mechanical design skills and the latest engineering tools. We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about creating robust, high-performance products and streamlining engineering processes with cutting-edge technologies.
Working alongside our seasoned engineers, you’ll apply your skills to perform static, shock, vibration, and thermal analyses, assist in test fixture design, and produce detailed technical documentation. You’ll also have the freedom to innovate—automating repetitive tasks with scripting languages like Python and continually refining our processes.
Our employees repeatedly emphasize two key aspects of life at Leonardo DRS. First, the learning here is ongoing. You won’t just be observing; you’ll gain hands-on experience with advanced tools and collaborate with teams across multiple locations, including our manufacturing facility in Halifax. Second, although we’re part of a large and steadily growing organization, we maintain the close-knit atmosphere of a smaller company. This means your voice matters, your ideas are valued, and your contributions directly impact some of our most critical programs.
This position offers the opportunity to gain practical experience in advanced simulation, design validation, and automation techniques—all while being part of a dynamic team that values learning, innovation, and collaboration.

As a Mechanical Engineering Co-op student, you will contribute to a broad range of hardware development activities—applying both hands-on mechanical design skills and the latest engineering tools. We’re looking for someone who’s passionate about creating robust, high-performance products and streamlining engineering processes with cutting-edge technologies. Key responsibilities include: