Redwire

Redwire is seeking a high-performing Operational Performance intern to support strategic initiatives within the Operational Performance Group (OPG), as a part of the DOD SkillBridge program, located at our facility in Jacksonville, FL or Chantilly VA for up to 6 months.This temporary role offers hands-on experience across enterprise-wide efforts focused on process improvement, performance metrics, project execution, and internal change initiatives. Ideal for students or Skillbridge participants who want to apply analytical thinking and cross-functional collaboration to real business challenges.

ABOUT THE JOB

Redwire is accelerating humanity’s expansion into space by delivering reliable, economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations. Redwire, (via our subsidiary Redwire Space, Inc.), is accelerating humanity's expansion into space through specializing in-space manufacturing technologies, developing space-optimized products to improve industrial machines on Earth, and developing advanced manufacturing technology that can support space exploration.SUMMARYRedwire is seeking a high-performing Operational Performance intern to support strategic initiatives within the Operational Performance Group (OPG), as a part of the DOD SkillBridge program, located at our facility in Jacksonville, FL or Chantilly VA for up to 6 months.This temporary role offers hands-on experience across enterprise-wide efforts focused on process improvement, performance metrics, project execution, and internal change initiatives. Ideal for students or Skillbridge participants who want to apply analytical thinking and cross-functional collaboration to real business challenges.What You’ll Gain:Exposure to enterprise-level operations and strategy executionExperience working directly with executive leadership and cross-functional teamsOpportunities to contribute to impactful business process improvementsMentorship and visibility within a growing aerospace and defense organizationResponsibilities: Lean and StandardizationSupport value stream mapping, process documentation, and workflow analysisAssist in preparing and executing Lean workshops and continuous improvement effortsHelp monitor and report on improvement initiatives and standardization efforts Change Management & Internal CommunicationsDraft messaging and internal communications for enterprise initiativesHelp coordinate communication plans and engagement activitiesSupport internal newsletters, SharePoint content, and feedback loopsIDEAL EXPERIENCECurrent undergraduate or graduate student in Business, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Public Policy, or a related fieldStrong analytical, organizational, and communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Power BI, SharePoint, or project management tools a plusInterest in operational strategy, aerospace, or government contracting is preferredDESIRED SKILLSExcellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.Outstanding problem-solving skills.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support value stream mapping, process documentation, and workflow analysis
• Assist in preparing and executing Lean workshops and continuous improvement efforts
• Help monitor and report on improvement initiatives and standardization efforts
• Draft messaging and internal communications for enterprise initiatives
• Help coordinate communication plans and engagement activities
• Support internal newsletters, SharePoint content, and feedback loops

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current undergraduate or graduate student in Business, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Public Policy, or a related field
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint); experience with Power BI, SharePoint, or project management tools a plus
• Interest in operational strategy, aerospace, or government contracting is preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Outstanding problem-solving skills

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Works on assignments requiring considerable judgment and initiative. Develops solutions to routine technical problems of limited scope following detailed instructions. Work is supervised. Bachelor's (or equivalent) years of experience.

BENEFITS

• Exposure to enterprise-level operations and strategy execution
• Experience working directly with executive leadership and cross-functional teams
• Opportunities to contribute to impactful business process improvements
• Mentorship and visibility within a growing aerospace and defense organization

OTHER

Salary estimated if transitioned to fulltime employment