Aerospace Mech Design Intern: UAV Prototyping

AeroVironment; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment, Inc. seeks an Aeromechanical Engineering Intern to support the development of systems for military and commercial applications.

You will work with experienced engineers in an IPT, gaining hands-on experience from concept through prototyping of mechanical systems for aerial platforms. You will learn industry best practices in a collaborative, mission-driven environment while applying your academic knowledge to real aerospace challenges and contributing to team projects across

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• SolidWorks CAD modeling experience.
• Foundational understanding of statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, and materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of airframe structures and aeromechanical components for UAV systems.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Support basic mechanical analysis with guidance from senior engineers.
• Participate in prototype fabrication, 3D printing, and lab testing.
• Help create and revise engineering drawings, bills of materials, and documentation.

Skills

SolidWorks

CAD Modeling

Statics & Dynamics

Materials Principles

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

MS Office

Willingness to Learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks EPDM

MATLAB

3D Printing

Agile PLM

Job description

AeroVironment, Inc. seeks an Aeromechanical Engineering Intern to support the development of systems for military and commercial applications.

You will work with experienced engineers in an IPT, gaining hands-on experience from concept through prototyping of mechanical systems for aerial platforms. You will learn industry best practices in a collaborative, mission-driven environment while applying your academic knowledge to real aerospace challenges and contributing to team projects across