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Avionics Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Impulse· Internship
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Redondo Beach, CAInternPosted 1mo ago

About the role

Internship to design, manufacture, and test mechanical elements of spacecraft avionics, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams to maximize vehicle performance. 12-week program running May/June through August/September 2027.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate requirements, develop mechanical design, generate drawings for various avionics systems and devices
  • Conduct design reviews to gain cross-disciplinary consensus on design validity
  • Design products for ease of manufacture, and work with suppliers to get parts fabricated
  • Perform hand calculations and FEA to predict system performance
  • Analyze structural modes, thermal performance, and other critical aspects of avionics devices
  • Develop and document efficient build processes, work with technicians to improve instructions

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
  • Experience designing mechanical components in CAD software
  • Understanding of static loads and methods of heat transfer
  • Understanding of fabrication methods, such as CNC milling and 3D printing
  • Familiarity working hands-on with basic shop tools
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn new skills
  • Ability to communicate technical challenges, explain rationale and/or resolve concerns

Skills

Required:Mechanical design in CADFinite Element Analysis (FEA)Structure and thermal analysisFabrication methodsCommunication

Benefits

  • Long-term incentives in the form of stock options for full-time hires
  • Medical, vision & dental coverage
  • Access to a 401(k) retirement plan
Last updated Sep 17, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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