Aerospace Mechanical Engineering Intern — Hands-on Design

Bascom Hunter; Glendale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

Summer internship

Flexible start dates

Job summary

Bascom Hunter in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support aerospace and defense systems design, development, analysis, and testing. You will work on thermal management, precision rotating machinery, packaging, and ruggedized electronics.

You will join multidisciplinary teams across the product lifecycle, from concept through prototyping, testing, and documentation. The role offers hands-on learning with opportunities for future employment and flexible summer/full-time

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Junior or Senior undergraduate standing preferred.
• Proficiency or experience with CAD and 3D modeling software; SolidWorks experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of mechanical components, assemblies, and systems.
• Develop 3D models, mechanical designs, and packaging concepts using CAD tools such as SolidWorks.
• Support structural, thermal, and fluid analysis to evaluate and optimize system performance.
• Assist with thermal system and precision rotating machinery development, including compressor-related projects.
• Conduct research and help formulate solutions to technical and engineering challenges.
• Support prototype fabrication, assembly, and testing of mechanical components and systems.
• Assist with experiments, data collection, analysis, and interpretation of test results.
• Evaluate materials and manufacturing processes based on performance, weight, durability, environmental, and production requirements.
• Support the development and buildout of engineering laboratory and test capabilities.
• Prepare engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, analysis reports, test documentation, and technical reports.
• Work with lead engineers and project managers to support project schedules and technical objectives.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, systems, manufacturing, and other engineering disciplines to support integrated system development.

Skills

CAD

SolidWorks

3D modeling

Mechanical analysis

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD software

Job description

Bascom Hunter in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support aerospace and defense systems design, development, analysis, and testing. You will work on thermal management, precision rotating machinery, packaging, and ruggedized electronics.

You will join multidisciplinary teams across the product lifecycle, from concept through prototyping, testing, and documentation. The role offers hands-on learning with opportunities for future employment and flexible summer/full-time