Space Mechanical Engineering Intern: CAD & Structures

DPhi Space Sarl; Vaud; On-site; CHF 20,088 - 26,784; Full time

Job summary

DPhi Space Sarl in Switzerland is offering a Mechanical Engineering Internship focused on spacecraft structures, CAD modelling with SolidWorks, and hands-on lab work. You will design, simulate, and prototype components, and iterate on multiple concepts for payload interfaces with mentors guiding you.

The internship lasts nominally 6 months, on-site in Vaud, with the possibility of continuing into a full-time role.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or recently graduated Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong fundamentals in mechanics of materials, structural design or thermals.
• Proficiency in CAD, preferably SolidWorks, for parametric parts and assemblies.
• Interest in spacecraft design and space industry.

Responsibilities

• Design spacecraft structures and subcomponents to meet mission requirements.
• Create CAD models, drawings, and BOMs; assemble parts.
• Iterate design concepts for payload bay and related structures.
• Support assembly, integration, and testing of prototypes.
• Run simulations and prepare data for higher fidelity analyses.
• Prepare manufacturing packages and liaise with suppliers.
• Work in a small, fast-moving team and take ownership of tasks.

Skills

CAD Modeling

SolidWorks

FEM/FEA

Structural Design

Thermal Analysis

Hardware Handling

English (B2+)

French asset

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Ansys

Job description

DPhi Space Sarl in Switzerland is offering a Mechanical Engineering Internship focused on spacecraft structures, CAD modelling with SolidWorks, and hands-on lab work. You will design, simulate, and prototype components, and iterate on multiple concepts for payload interfaces with mentors guiding you.

The internship lasts nominally 6 months, on-site in Vaud, with the possibility of continuing into a full-time role.