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Build Your Career with ACE Medical Company

At ACE Medical, we manufacture and distribute the surgical instruments used in operating rooms across the world. From our headquarters in Cincinnati to surgeon partners in neurosurgery, spine, and ENT specialties on multiple continents, the work we do shows up where it matters most: inside the human body. If you want a career in the medical device industry and you’re prepared to take on real responsibility from your first day, this is the right place to start.

Whether you’re a student looking for your first co-op or an early-career professional ready for substantive work, ACE Medical offers an experience that’s deliberately different from what you’ll find at a large device company.

Why ACE Medical (and how we’re different from Medtronic, Stryker, and the big names)

We’ll be direct about this. Large public device companies pay interns more than we do, and their names carry more weight on a résumé. We’re a small, surgeon-focused manufacturer and we can’t match the rates a publicly traded company pays. What we offer instead is a fundamentally different experience.

At a large device company, you’ll likely be a junior contributor on one narrow piece of one project, working under several layers of management. The brand on your résumé is real, and the formal training programs are well-developed. But the responsibilities you’ll hold as an intern are limited by design.

At ACE Medical, you function as our Regulatory Affairs professional, or our Quality Engineer, or our Biomedical Engineer for the duration of your co-op. You report directly to the founder. You execute real 510(k) submissions, real FDA product registrations, real Design History Files, and real post-market surveillance work that affects practicing surgeons and the patients they treat. We take our interns to at least one industry trade show per semester (AANS, NASBS, and similar), where you’ll meet practicing neurosurgeons, distributors, and industry professionals face-to-face. That kind of exposure isn’t typical for a summer intern anywhere.

If your goal is the largest possible paycheck and the most recognized logo on your résumé, we’re not the right fit, and we’d rather both know that now. If your goal is to graduate with genuine medical device industry experience and a portfolio of submissions and projects you actually led, this is where you should be.

What you’ll actually do

  • Work hands-on with instruments used in neurosurgery, spine, ENT, and skull base procedures
  • Operate inside a working ISO 13485 / 21 CFR 820 / FDA QMSR quality management system
  • Receive structured mentorship from the founder and senior team, not from a rotating cohort of managers
  • Take on cross-functional projects across regulatory, quality, engineering, and operations
  • Attend industry trade shows, client demonstrations, and real FDA audit interactions
  • Build fluency in ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820, UDI labeling, ODOO ERP, SolidWorks design controls, and FDA submission systems

Our co-ops don’t sit at a desk observing. They make decisions, take ownership of projects, and watch their work go live in the real world.

Career trajectory

We invest in co-ops who invest in us. Several of our former interns have returned as full-time team members or as long-term industry contacts. The depth of experience you gain here translates directly into the regulatory, quality, and engineering positions our peers go on to hold at Medtronic, Stryker, Boston Scientific, Cook Medical, and similar employers — but with a body of work to back up their interview answers.

Currently Hiring: Summer 2026 Co-op Positions

Note: We post on multiple job boards, but we only respond to candidates who apply on our website.

Quality Manager / Regulatory Affairs Co-op

Cincinnati, Walnut Hills Office

Work directly with our regulatory team to maintain compliance systems, support FDA submissions, manage Design History Files, and contribute to product launches across spine, neurosurgery, and ENT.

Responsibilities include:

  • Working within an ISO 13485 and 21 CFR 820 quality management system
  • Participating in FDA Q-Submissions, 510(k) submissions, and eSTAR filings
  • Maintaining and authoring Instructions for Use (IFU) and multilingual labeling
  • Developing Design History Files and Design Plans under 21 CFR 820.30
  • Managing Post-Market Surveillance projects
  • Executing predicate device searches, ISO 10993 biocompatibility documentation, and CAPA/root cause analysis
Logistics Manager / Quality Control Co-op

Cincinnati, Walnut Hills Office

Manage logistics, inventory, repairs, inspections, and order fulfillment in a fast-paced regulated environment.

Responsibilities include:

  • Working within an ISO 13485-certified and FDA-registered facility
  • Managing incoming logistics, validated packaging (ISO 11607), and shipping
  • Performing laser marking with UDI DataMatrix and passivation processes
  • Maintaining Device History Records (DHRs)
  • Participating in real-time ISO audits
  • Improving repair/replacement efficiency through traceability systems

Who we’re looking for

You ask questions. You’re curious about how things work. You aren’t satisfied observing other people do the work, you want to own it yourself. You can communicate clearly with surgeons, distributors, and your team. You understand that working in a regulated industry means following work instructions precisely, even when the task feels routine, because the routine is the validation. You’re serious about a career in medical devices, not just a summer paycheck.

Qualifications (both positions)

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited B.S. or M.S. program
  • GPA 3.2+ (Engineering) or 3.3+ (Regulatory)
  • Available to work full-time, 40 hours per week, onsite in Cincinnati
  • Strong written and verbal communication, self-motivated, detail-oriented
  • Authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for these positions.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and willing to learn ODOO
  • Basic Python or similar scripting helpful

Preferred experience

  • Coursework or prior exposure to ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR 820
  • Prior internship or co-op experience in a regulated industry
  • Familiarity with engineering documentation systems, QMS, or FDA regulations
  • Demonstrated interest in how surgical devices reach the operating room

How to apply

We post on multiple job boards but we only respond to candidates who apply directly through our website. If the work above sounds like the experience you’re looking for, we’d like to hear from you.

Job Description:

ACE Medical Company specializes in the manufacture and distribution of niche surgical instruments and equipment. Founded in 2012 and based in Cincinnati, Ohio, we work closely with several of the world’s foremost manufacturing facilities. Together our innovative and dynamic team is disrupting outdated instrument systems and processes to provide overall customer value that transforms a surgeon’s abilities to deliver medicine more efficiently than ever before. Join our team, and you will help evolve the medical world!

ACE Medical Co family of companies are recruiting for a Quality Engineering Coop/ Intern. ACE Medical offers a broad range of products, platforms, and technologies—including rongeurs, scissors, bipolars, leksells, dilators, bougies, microscissors, devices—that are used in a wide variety of minimally invasive and open surgical procedures. Specialties include support for treatment of neuro and spine conditions. Specialties services are, but not limited to: Neurosurgery,
Spine Surgery, ENT, Plastic Surgery, Urology, General and Orthopedic surgeries.

As a Co-op/ Intern in Quality Engineering / Regulatory Affairs, you will have the chance to:

● Work withing an ISO 13485 Certified and 21 CFR 820 approved quality management system.
● Lead Efforts for our 2023 Management Review.
● Work directly with the CEO and Logistics Manager to exceed expectations for Traceability.
● Manage incoming shipments including documentation for incoming inspections.
● Regulatory Assistance including but not limited to: Predicate Device Reports, preparation, and submission of regulatory documents.
● Project Management ensuring testing validations are completed and timelines for production are met.
● Meet with Upper management to discuss risks and opportunities for the respective projects.
● Work with a Laser to apply 2D Data matrix and related projects, logos, rotary, etc.

The Quality Engineering Co-op/ Intern shall:

● Work onsite at our Cincinnati (Walnut Hills) Office
● Perform in Quality Systems and be actively involved in New Product Development/R&D
● Report directly to, and receive assignments from, the team manager, while also working with the sales and marketing departments for additional experience
● 40 hours per week required, may be more depending on work

Qualifications:

● Actively enrolled in an accredited College/University pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer/Software Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field
● Class standing of a Sophomore or above at the start of the Co-Op term
● GPA of 3.3 or above
● Availability to work Full-time, 40 hours per week
● Legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1-B status) now or in the future
● Detail-oriented, highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks with minimal guidance
● Ability to work independently, as well as, on a team
● Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and have strong oral and written communication skills
● Must be familiar with basic statistics concepts/terminology
● If not in an engineering application- other roles are acceptable (i.e., budget management from a club, or any experience working with numbers)

Preferred:

● Demonstrated leadership/participation in campus programs and/or community service activities
● Previous quality engineering related experiences
● Knowledge of FDA or regulatory guidance
● Medical related experience (previous co-op at medical device company, working volunteering at a hospital, etc.)
● Advanced familiarity with statistics concepts/terminology (either from previous co-ops or classwork)
● Understanding of risk management Failure analysis/root cause understanding

Interested? Please visit our online form, fill out the Quality Management / Regulatory Affairs application, we will be in touch with all qualified candidates.

HOW TO APPLY – All interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume through our website at the following URL: https://acemedicalco.com/co-op-position-application/.

**We post on multiple Job boards, but we only respond to those who apply on our website**

At ACE Medical Company, our mission is to elevate the standards of surgical care through precision-engineered instruments and seamless operational execution. Since our founding in 2012 in Cincinnati, we’ve partnered with leading global manufacturers to modernize surgical systems and deliver solutions that enhance surgical performance across multiple specialties—including Neurosurgery, Spine, ENT, and more.

We are currently seeking a committed and detail-driven individual to join our team as a Logistics Manager / Quality Control Co-op or Intern. This position is a critical part of our operations and offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a fully ISO 13485-certified and FDA 21 CFR 820-compliant quality management system.

As a Logistics / Quality Control Co-op/ Intern, you will have the chance to:

  • Work withing an ISO 13485 and 21 CFR 820 approved quality management system.
  • Participate in an External ISO 13485 Audit.
  • Manage and trace all inbound logistics, inspections and documentation.
  • Create labels, laser mark 2D Data Matrix and passivate surgical instruments.
  • Manage and Maintain Device History Records (DHR), and outgoing logs.
  • Improve efficiencies in repair / replace process to eliminate customer downtime and streamline traceability documentation.
  • Order Processing / Packaging and Shipping / Tradeshow and Laboratory
  • Improve and effectively manage companies Post Market Surveillance Plan.

The Quality Engineering Co-op/ Intern shall:

  • Work onsite at our Cincinnati (Walnut Hills) Office.
  • Report directly to, and receive assignments from the project manager, while managing timely customer deliveries.

Qualifications:

  • Actively enrolled in an accredited College/University pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer/Software Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related field
  • GPA of 3.2 or above
  • Availability to work Full-time, 40 hours per week
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States and not require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1-B status) now or in the future
  • Detail-oriented, highly organized and able to manage multiple tasks with effective instruction.
  • Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and exceed customer / teammate expectations
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point), email, Google Sheets, ODOO,
  • Must be familiar with basic coding, Python or other similar code and able to apply it to improve efficiency.

Preferred:

  • Previous Co-Op Experience, industry or research.
  • Quality Management System, SOP’s and WI, know how to follow.
  • Knowledge of FDA 21 CFR 820 and / or ISO 13485 Standards.
  • Good Documenting Practices.
  • Keen attention to detail.
  • Coding and Simplification oriented.
  • Ability to Multi-Task.

Operations Manager

Quality, Regulatory Affairs & Logistics

Full-Time  ·  Summer 2026  ·  Cincinnati, OH

HOW TO APPLY —  All interested and qualified candidates should submit their resume through our website at https://acemedicalco.com/full-time-position-application/ We post on multiple job boards, but we only respond to those who apply on our website.

Compensation & Benefits:  Salary DOE ·  Health Insurance  ·  401(k) with Company Match  ·  Relocation Assistance Available

About ACE Medical Company

Step into the future of surgical innovation. At ACE Medical Company, we are not just making surgical instruments — we are reshaping the way modern medicine is delivered, one instrument at a time. Based in Cincinnati and founded in 2012, our cutting-edge team partners with world-class manufacturers to revolutionize outdated surgical systems, equipping surgeons with the instruments they need to operate with unmatched precision and efficiency. ACE Medical currently operates across multiple specialties including Neurosurgery, Spine, ENT, and beyond — from efficient Kerrison rongeurs to electrosurgical bipolar forceps.

Position Overview

ACE Medical is seeking a driven, highly organized Operations Manager to lead and unify our Quality/Regulatory Affairs and Logistics/Quality Control functions. This is a leadership role: you will be responsible for managing and training two direct-report interns — one focused on Quality Management and Regulatory Affairs, and one focused on Logistics and Quality Control — while personally owning all goals and objectives associated with both positions. You will serve as the operational backbone of the company, ensuring regulatory compliance, seamless supply chain execution, and high-quality deliverables across all business units.

The successful candidate will play an active role in that transition, including supporting domestic trade show participation, surgeon engagement, and new product development activities.

Key Responsibilities

Intern Leadership & Management

  • Directly manage and mentor two interns: a Quality/Regulatory Affairs Intern and a Logistics/Quality Control Intern.
  • Develop and deliver structured onboarding and ongoing training programs aligned with ACE Medical company goals and objectives.
  • Assign, oversee, and review all intern work product, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
  • Conduct regular one-on-one check-ins and performance feedback sessions with each intern.
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for intern questions, challenges, and cross-functional coordination.
  • Report intern progress and department performance to executive leadership.

Quality Management & Regulatory Affairs

  • Oversee and administer all activities within the ISO 13485 and 21 CFR 820 (QMSR) approved Quality Management System.
  • Lead and facilitate Management Reviews with all company stakeholders.
  • Manage Q-Submissions, 510(k) Submissions, and FDA eStar portal activities.
  • Manage FDA Product Registrations and global Ministry of Health (MOH) document submissions and approvals, including Instructions for Use (IFU) and labels in native languages.
  • Manage and maintain Design Plans and Design History Files (DHF) for all FDA-registered products to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
  • Drive improvements to the repair/replace process to eliminate customer downtime and streamline traceability documentation.
  • Manage and continuously improve the company’s Post Market Surveillance (PMS) Plan.
  • Perform CAPA management, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.

Logistics & Quality Control

  • Manage and trace all inbound logistics, incoming inspections, and associated documentation.
  • Oversee label creation, laser marking of 2D Data Matrix codes, and passivation of surgical instruments.
  • Manage and maintain Device History Records (DHR) and all outgoing shipment logs.
  • Oversee order processing, packaging, shipping, trade show logistics, and laboratory operations.
  • Maintain and improve traceability documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards.
  • Coordinate with international and domestic suppliers to ensure on-time delivery and product integrity.

Tradeshow, Surgeon Engagement & Product Development

  • Travel domestically to represent ACE Medical at surgical industry tradeshows and conferences (e.g., AANS, NASBS, Spine Summit).
  • Staff company booths and engage directly with neurosurgeons, spine surgeons, ENT specialists, and other surgical professionals.
  • Gather surgeon feedback and clinical insights to support new product development (NPD) and R&D initiatives.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership on product positioning, market intelligence, and innovation pipeline strategy.
  • Coordinate tradeshow logistics including booth materials, inventory, shipping, and setup.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality Management, Regulatory Affairs, Life Sciences, Business, or a closely related field (completed or in progress).
  • GPA of 3.3 or above.
  • Availability to work full-time, 40 hours per week.
  • Legally authorized to work in the United States and not require visa sponsorship (e.g., H1-B) now or in the future.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience — managing teams, projects, or cross-functional initiatives.
  • Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks simultaneously.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to represent ACE Medical professionally with surgeons and industry stakeholders.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Sheets, email, and Odoo ERP.
  • Familiarity with Python or similar scripting languages for process automation and efficiency improvements.
  • Willingness and ability to travel domestically for tradeshows and company business.
  • Willingness to relocate or work in support of the company’s Jacksonville, FL transition.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous co-op, internship, or industry experience in medical devices, healthcare, or a regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Working knowledge of FDA 21 CFR 820 / QMSR and/or ISO 13485 Standards.
  • Experience with or exposure to 510(k) submissions, predicate device searches, or ISO 10993 biocompatibility standards.
  • Familiarity with CAPA systems, root cause analysis methodologies (e.g., Fishbone/Ishikawa diagrams), and risk management principles.
  • Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Work Instructions (WIs).
  • Supply chain or logistics background including inbound inspection, shipping, and traceability documentation.
  • Exposure to UDI/DataMatrix barcode labeling or laser marking systems.
  • Interest in surgical instrument innovation, medical device commercialization, or surgeon-facing sales and R&D.

What You’ll Gain

  • Real leadership experience managing direct reports in a fast-paced, regulated medical device environment.
  • Hands-on exposure to FDA regulatory submissions, ISO 13485 QMS operations, and global distribution.
  • Direct engagement with neurosurgeons, spine surgeons, and ENT specialists at national conferences.
  • Insight into full-cycle medical device product development from concept through commercialization.
  • Active involvement in a company growth and relocation initiative — a rare, high-impact opportunity.
  • A professional network and portfolio that sets you apart in the medical device industry.

ACE Medical Company  ·  Cincinnati, OH·  acemedicalco.com

Apply at: https://acemedicalco.com/full-time-position-application/