Mechanical Engineering Intern

KaleidEO; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 167,000 - 335,000; Part time

Job summary

KaleidEO, a SatSure subsidiary and a leader in Earth Observation payloads, invites you to join as a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support design, configuration analysis and documentation of structures and ground support systems. Work with cross-functional teams on CAD modeling, MGSE, and hardware testing concepts while gaining hands-on experience in space hardware development and reviews.

This role is ideal for students or recent graduates eager to learn and iterate within real engineering

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering.
• Strong fundamentals in: Strength of materials
• Basic structural analysis

Responsibilities

• Assist in mechanical design and detailing of satellite payload structures, optical mounts, enclosures, electronic packages, and Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE).
• Support CAD modeling and drawings for parts and assemblies.
• Assist in the documentation of configurations and analysis results.
• Help with optical support structure and testing concepts.
• Design notes
• Analysis summaries
• Test and review support material (PDR/DDR level)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (optics, electronics, systems).

Skills

CAD experience

FEA knowledge

Python

MATLAB

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX Simcenter

HyperMesh

Job description

Work with the brightest minds, including ex-ISRO scientists and global space industry experts, at one of the select few companies in the country pioneering cutting edge EO payloads.

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support the design, configuration analysis and documentation of structures and ground support systems.This role is ideal for a student or recent graduate who is curious about precision mechanical design and analysis of space systems and wants hands-on exposure to real engineering workflows used in satellite payload development.You will work closely with mechanical and systems engineers and gain experience across design, analysis, documentation, and reviews.

About KaleidEO

KaleidEO, a subsidiary of SatSure, is an upstream leader in Earth Observation, building a full-stack company from India.

As an analytics-first payload innovator, we focus on building next-gen payloads tailored for industry-specific applications.

Our high-resolution, optical, multispectral payloads, equipped with edge computing and wide coverage capabilities, maximize the value generated from every pixel of satellite imagery.

Rooted in SatSure’s legacy of delivering last-mile applications across sectors like Utilities, Aviation, Agriculture, BFSI and Climate Action, KaleidEO offers modular solutions for the entire EO value chain spanning payload development, launch, mission operations, and data analytics

At KaleidEO, we are committed to shaping the future of Earth Observation and putting Indian space tech on a global map, and we invite you to be part of this exciting journey.

Roles andResponsibilities

• Assist in mechanical design and detailing of satellite payload structures, optical mounts, enclosures, electronic packages, and Mechanical Ground Support Equipment (MGSE).
• Support CAD modeling and drawings for parts and assemblies.
• Assist in the documentation of configurations and analysis results.
• Help with optical support structure and testing concepts.
• Design notes
• Analysis summaries
• Test and review support material (PDR/DDR level)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (optics, electronics, systems).

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering.
• Strong fundamentals in:
• Strength of materials
• Basic structural analysis

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to CAD and FEA tools (NX Simcenter or HyperMesh).
• Interest in or coursework related to:
• Space systems
• Precision structures
• Basic understanding of:
• Thermal effects on structures
• Familiarity with Python or MATLAB for basic analysis or post-processing.
• Prior academic or hobby projects related to satellites, robotics, optics, or mechanisms.
• Basic understanding of Finite Element Method (FEM) concepts.
• Comfortable with engineering drawings and dimensions.
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and iterate.

What’s in it for you:

• Hands-on experience with real satellite hardware design workflows.
• Exposure to opto-mechanical engineering challenges (alignment, stiffness vs flexibility, thermal effects).
• Understanding of space qualification environments (launch loads, vibration, thermal).
• Mentorship from experienced engineers.
• Opportunity to contribute meaningfully to an active engineering program.

Who Should Apply

• This role is well-suited for someone who:
• Enjoys problem-solving and structured engineering thinking
• Is curious about how optical performance and mechanical design interact
• Wants exposure to space hardware development, even if they’re still learning the tools