Structures Engineering Intern - Spring/Summer/Fall 2027
Hermeus· Internships
Los Angeles, CA$25/hr - $33/hrInternPosted 1mo ago
About the role
Internship position at Hermeus focused on structures engineering for flight vehicles, embedding with design and production teams to own hardware design, tooling, testing and flight readiness, plus process development and vehicle assembly across Spring, Summer, and Fall terms.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design, build, and test of flight and test hardware supporting the Mk 2.3 airframe
- Support detailed project planning and execution to help drive hardware delivery on aggressive development timelines
- Assist in translating high-level structural design concepts into detailed CAD models, including geometry refinement, material selection, and design-for-manufacturing (DFM) considerations
- Contribute to the transition of structural components and assemblies from prototype builds to repeatable production
- Identify opportunities to simplify designs, reduce part count, and improve manufacturability and assembly flow
- Support development of build processes, tooling concepts, and integration plans for structural hardware
- Assist in developing and executing test plans and procedures for structural and flight hardware validation
- Collaborate cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and test teams to support vehicle integration and program milestones
Qualifications
- Hands-on experience designing, building, and testing vehicles through internships, studies or projects
- Must be currently enrolled in a STEM program at an accredited college or university (undergraduate third or fourth year, or Master’s/Ph.D. student)
- Strong interest in vehicle hardware
- Strong understanding of engineering first principles
- Comfort with CAD, test equipment, hand tools
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes (machining, welding, forming, etc.) and GD&T fundamentals
- Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams
- Must be willing to travel to test sites, other Hermeus offices, and partner locations as needed
- Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus's mission
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- GPA of 3.0 or above
Skills
Required:CAD modelingGD&TManufacturing processesCross-functional collaboration
Benefits
- Time Off: Interns are eligible for 5 days of sick leave and unpaid time off
- Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms
Last updated Oct 21, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
About Hermeus
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