Mechanical Engineering Intern
Mechanical Design Engineering Intern supporting the design, tooling, testing, and integration of hardware for satellite ground stations. Requires current bachelor’s-level study in mechanical, aerospace, or a related engineering discipline and familiarity with CAD and mechanical design principles.
About the job
Responsibilities
- Assist in designing components for product lines, structures, mechanisms, environmental systems, and ground support equipment for satellite ground stations, focusing on performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Contribute to tooling design for fabrication and assembly processes, including test fixtures and weldments.
- Collaborate with RF, electrical, and manufacturing teams to support system requirements and hardware integration.
- Participate in design reviews, provide input, and incorporate feedback to meet design objectives.
- Assist with compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices in mechanical, thermal, and environmental design.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor's degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of mechanical design principles, including thermal management, materials selection, and structural analysis.
- Familiarity with CAD software such as Siemens NX, SolidWorks, or similar tools.
- Strong interest in manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability.
- Enthusiasm for learning and contributing to innovative hardware projects.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with Siemens NX for 3D modeling, assembly, and drafting.
- Basic knowledge of environmental and reliability testing procedures for mechanical systems.
- Exposure to weldments, tooling, ground support equipment, or fixture design and assembly.
- Familiarity with mechanical or thermal simulation tools such as ANSYS.
- Basic understanding of electrical or RF systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn from experienced engineers.
Compensation
- Annual salary: $74,880.
Skills
Mechanical Design, CAD, Siemens Nx, Solidworks, Thermal Management, Materials Selection, Structural Analysis, Design For Manufacturability, Weldments, Ansys, Environmental Testing, Reliability Testing, Rf Systems
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