Aerial Systems Co-op: Design, Build & Fly UAV Prototypes

MORSE Corp; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

MORSE Corp in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-op who loves designing, building, and flying aerial vehicles. You will work on UAV design, autonomous systems, sensor integration, and real-time embedded software with hands-on prototyping and rapid testing.

As a co-op, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop hardware and software components, own projects from concept to delivery, and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Pursuing BS/BA in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• US citizenship and the ability to obtain a US security clearance.
• Demonstrated experience applying first principles to solve complex problems.
• Familiarity with CAD programs such as SolidWorks or Altium.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and flight test prototypes of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV)
• Apply problem-solving skills to rapidly prototype and test novel ideas
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and integrate hardware and software components
• Communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences
• Take ownership of projects from concept to delivery

Skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

BS/BA in Mechanical Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

SolidWorks

Altium

Job description

MORSE Corp in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Co-op who loves designing, building, and flying aerial vehicles. You will work on UAV design, autonomous systems, sensor integration, and real-time embedded software with hands-on prototyping and rapid testing.

As a co-op, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop hardware and software components, own projects from concept to delivery, and communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.