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Mechanical Engineering Intern - Space

DPhi Space· Mechanical Engineering
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Lausanne, SwitzerlandinternshipPosted 6mo ago

About the role

A mechanical engineering internship at DPhi Space focusing on spacecraft structure design, CAD modeling, simulations, and hands-on assembly for space missions.

Responsibilities

  • Support the design of spacecraft structures and subcomponents to meet mission and payload requirements.
  • Contribute and take ownership of CAD modelling, detailed design and drafting (e.g. machined parts, brackets, panels, assemblies) with the use of SolidWorks.
  • Iterate on multiple mechanical concepts for payload bay and related structures, performing design trade-offs (stiffness, mass, manufacturability, integration, thermal interfaces, etc.).
  • Proactively research new design approaches, techniques and components relevant to structures and payload interfaces, and turn findings into design updates or summaries.
  • Provide support in assembly, integration, and testing of prototypes, systems, and subsystems.
  • Run simulations (e.g. structural checks, mass properties, envelopes) and prepare data for higher-fidelity analyses.
  • Help prepare manufacturing packages (drawings, BOMs, machining notes) and interact with suppliers.

Qualifications

  • Ongoing or recently graduated Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical engineering or related field.
  • Solid fundamentals in mechanics of materials, structural design, and thermals.
  • Strong practical skills in CAD, ideally SolidWorks.
  • Interest in spacecraft design and the space industry.
  • Comfortable working in a small, fast-moving team and taking ownership of tasks.
  • Problem-solving mindset and adaptability.“,
  • Hands-on hardware experience is a plus.
  • Fluency in English (B2+ level).
  • Familiarity with FEM/FEA tools like Ansys is a plus.
  • Previous aerospace, robotics, or hardware development experience is a strong plus, but not required.

Skills

Required:CAD Modeling (SolidWorks)Teamwork and OwnershipProblem-Solving skills
Nice to have:Spacecraft Structural DesignSimulation (FEM/FEA)

Benefits

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Dynamic, friendly, innovative, and multicultural environment.
  • Attractive working conditions including social events.
  • Option to transition to full-time employment after internship.
  • Support for equal opportunities employment.
Last updated Apr 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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Space servers to host hardware and software

OMNISAT satellites with compute servers onboard to host hardware and software applications in orbit.

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