Mechatronics Intern — Spaceflight Prototyping & Test

Collage; Toronto; Híbrido; CAD 45.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A Canadian aerospace company is seeking Mechatronics Engineering Interns to support the design and development of suborbital launch vehicle systems. Candidates will gain hands-on experience with mechanical and electromechanical assemblies, work directly with senior engineers, and participate in flights and test campaigns. Ideal applicants are engineering students or recent graduates with strong problem-solving skills and hands-on experience in labs. Travel within Canada is required for launch site operations.

Formación

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a relevant Bachelor's degree.
• Experience with prototyping hardware in the loop and real-time control systems.
• Familiarity with TI Cortex and C2000 series MCUs.

Responsabilidades

• Support design and integration of launch vehicle systems.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models under guidance.
• Assist with functional testing of flight and ground hardware.

Conocimientos

Hands-on skills with mechanical assembly

Familiarity with CAD design tools

Programming with LabVIEW or Python

Problem-solving attitude

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science

Herramientas

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Descripción del empleo

NordSpace (https://nordspace.com) is a Canadian startup with the mission to advance life on Earth, from space. NordSpace is committed to extremely rapid innovation and development of only the most ambitious aerospace projects with only the most ambitious team Canada has to offer. With divisions spanning everything from rockets to satellites, NordSpace is driven to bring space closer to Earth and inspire generations of space explorers.

About the Role
We are hiringMechatronics EngineeringInterns froma range of backgrounds tosupportNordSpace’smechanical design and development team in bringingour nextsuborbital launch vehicle systems to life — from design to prototyping, assembly, and test. This role is for someone who loves to build, experiment, and learn by doing.You’llwork directly with senior engineers to design, fabricate, and integrate mechanical and electromechanical assemblies for flight hardware, ground systems, and test rigs. As part ofNordSpace’svertically integrated approach,you’llgain hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing and test infrastructure, including metal additive manufacturing, CNC machining, composites fabrication, and automated testing. This position includes the opportunity to travel to our launch and test sites toassistin vehicle integration, ground operations, and flight campaigns. Ifyou’rethe type of engineer who can take an idea off a napkin sketch and turn it into working hardware by the end of the week,you’llfit right in.

Core Responsibilities

• Support the mechanical and mechatronic design, prototyping, and integration of suborbital launch vehicle systems and ground support equipment.
• Create andmodify3D CAD models, assemblies, and detailed drawings under guidance from senior engineers.
• Assistwith fabrication, assembly, and functional testing of flight and ground hardware using in-house machining, additive manufacturing, and electronics lab tools.
• Instrument and wire mechanical and electromechanical systems for data capture and control testing.
• Soldering and assembly ofcableharnesses.
• Write software for test campaignsand flight systems.
• Participate in design reviews, hardware fit checks, and system integration activities across mechanical, electrical, and avionics teams.
• Conduct hands-on validation and troubleshooting of prototypes during test campaigns.
• Prepare test setups, collect and analyze data, and document resultsin accordance withNordSpace engineering standards.
• Support launch site operations, including vehicle integration, system testing, and flight support (travelrequired).

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed aBachelor’sdegree in Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or Computer Science(or related discipline).
• Strong hands-on skills with mechanical assembly, prototyping, and instrumentation(you enjoy working in the lab or shop environment).
• Familiarity with CAD design tools (e.g., Siemens NX, SolidWorks, or Fusion 360).
• Basic understanding of electromechanical systems, sensors, and control components.
• Experience with prototyping hardware in the loopandreal-timecontrol systems.
• Programming/ systemsexperience withLabVIEW,C,MATLAB, Python, etc.
• Familiarity with TI Cortex and C2000 series MCUs.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and lab equipment safely and effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, iterative engineering environment.
• Strong problem-solving attitude and willingness to tackle unfamiliar technical challenges.
• Ability and willingness to travelwithin Canadafor test and launch operations.
• Experience with additive manufacturing (FDM, SLS, DMLS) or machining.
• Exposure to control systems, embedded hardware, or data acquisition setups.
• Previousproject,design team,internship,or competition experience in aerospace, robotics, or automation fields.Lead experience with Rocketry,Rover,UAV, Submarine,Robotics,or Formula SAE design teamspreferred.