2027 Mechanical Engineer Intern with Security Clearance

Anduril Industries; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern for Summer 2027. This paid, in-person 12-week program will let you design and prototype hardware, analyze failures, and move successful projects toward production.

You will present reviews, run analyses, and visit vendors and test sites. NX/Teamcenter or SolidWorks experience is valuable, with emphasis on hands-on fabrication.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
• Must return to school after internship for at least one quarter/semester.
• U.S. person due to export-controlled information; in-person 12-week internship in Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Design and build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition projects to production.
• Present design reviews, run analyses, visit vendors, and execute hardware test plans.
• Travel to test sites and vendors as needed; apply first principles physics to decisions.

Skills

Mechanical intuition

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NX/Teamcenter

SolidWorks

FEA/CFD tools

3D printing

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years. We are seeking Mechanical Engineer Interns forSummer 2027 This is a paid, in-person, 12-week internship.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Design & build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production. Present design reviews, run analysis, visit vendors, design & execute hardware test plans. Use first principles physics as a basis for every decision. Travel to test sites and vendors as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or any related field. Must be returning to school at the end of the internship to continue academic studies for at least one quarter or semester. Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities; U.S. clearance eligibility may be required depending on program. Ability to complete an in-person 12-week internship in one of our offices in summer 2027.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Collegiate project team or laboratory experience. Currently enrolled in an undergrad or graduate engineering program. CAD skills (any platform) and ability to make high-quality engineering drawings that meet common industry standards. Demonstrated hands‑on fabrication skills. High competence with, and fluid use of, engineering first principles. Prior internship experience and/or leadership on a collegiate project team or laboratory. Experience in NX/Teamcenter and/or Solidworks. Experience with FEA and/or CFD analysis tools. Ability to integrate electrical components into designs (motors, controllers, sensors etc.). Experience with machining, sheet metal, injection molding, and 3D printing.

US Salary Range$30—$45 USD

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top‑tier benefits for full‑time employees, including: Benefits At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.