Aerospace Mechanical Engineer Intern – Summer 2027

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Three weeks paid time off

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Lone Tree, CO offers a Mechanical Engineer Intern Summer 2027, providing hands-on experience in aerospace/defense projects under expert mentorship. You will work on real programs, prepare technical docs, and gain exposure to CAD, MATLAB, and analytic methods.

The internship emphasizes cross-functional workshops, mentorship, and growth opportunities, with the possibility of contributing to mission-critical systems and learning in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in college or technical school, with at least 6 months until graduation after end of internship.
• Currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; strong organization and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in actual technical projects and contribute to team objectives by completing assigned tasks.
• Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced industry professionals in your field.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records as required.
• Assist in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data to support engineering decisions.
• Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements, timelines, and team goals.
• Perform hands-on technical work assignments to gain practical experience and build technical skills.
• Work closely with team members, absorb and learn from their expertise, and apply that learning to ongoing projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support the implementation of best practices.
• Participate in workshops designed to provide a deeper understanding of the business and company culture.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering degree (in progress)

Tools

CAD

MATLAB

Microsoft Access

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Lone Tree, CO offers a Mechanical Engineer Intern Summer 2027, providing hands-on experience in aerospace/defense projects under expert mentorship. You will work on real programs, prepare technical docs, and gain exposure to CAD, MATLAB, and analytic methods.

The internship emphasizes cross-functional workshops, mentorship, and growth opportunities, with the possibility of contributing to mission-critical systems and learning in a collaborative environment.