# Mechanical Engineering Intern/Co-Op - Propulsion

**Company:** [Odys Aviation](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/odys-aviation)
**Location:** Long Beach, CA
**Role:** Hardware Engineering
**Experience:** 0+ years
**Skills:** CAD, Nx, Solidworks, manufacturing processes, rapid prototyping, 3d printing, machining, electric powertrains, propulsion systems, flight hardware
**Posted:** 2026-08-11

> Supports the propulsion team by designing, fabricating, integrating, and testing mechanical hardware for electric and hybrid-electric aircraft systems. The internship requires current Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering study, CAD experience, and a hands-on approach to hardware development.

## Job Description

## Responsibilities
- Design and update propulsion mechanical components and assemblies as the organization transitions from prototype builds to low-rate production.
- Design hardware for bench testing and support troubleshooting alongside propulsion engineers.
- Resolve design, fit, and integration issues discovered during early builds.
- Implement design improvements to simplify assembly, improve repeatability, and reduce build time.
- Create and maintain CAD models and drawings while following processes that ensure design-change traceability.
- Support prototype and production hardware fabrication and assembly.
- Develop work instructions, fixtures, or tooling to support assembly.
- Document design changes, build feedback, and lessons learned to support production ramp-up.

## Requirements
- Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Comfortable designing hardware using CAD such as NX or SolidWorks.
- Familiarity with common manufacturing processes.
- Able to work onsite 30–40 hours per week for at least 10 weeks.
- Able to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and ask good questions.
- Strong curiosity and attention to detail.

## Nice-to-Haves
- Hands-on fabrication experience.
- Participation in student project teams such as UAV, Formula SAE, robotics, or rocketry teams.
- Experience with rapid prototyping, 3D printing, basic machining, or shop tools.
- Interest in propulsion systems, electric powertrains, or flight hardware.

## Compensation and Benefits
- Compensation details were not provided.

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