Aerospace Mechanical Engineering Intern — Hands-On R&D

avav; Petaluma (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Housing stipend

Job summary

AeroVironment seeks a Mechanical Engineering Intern for a 12-week onsite summer program in Petaluma, CA. You will assist with mechanical design, CAD modeling, simulations, and prototyping activities in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration, hands-on learning, and documentation of progress. Applicants should be enrolled in college or recent graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA and a strong eagerness to learn.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Basic experience with 3D CAD software (prefer SolidWorks).
• Familiarity with machined parts, sheet metal, plastic parts, or composite materials.
• Hands-on prototyping, lab testing, or mechanical assembly through coursework or projects.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design of mechanical components and systems, including airframes, payload enclosures, ground equipment, launch systems, and electro-mechanical assemblies.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models and assemblies using SolidWorks.
• Support simulation and analysis tasks using tools like SolidWorks Simulation or ANSYS.
• Participate in prototype fabrication, assembly, and testing using in-house tools and rapid prototyping methods (e.g., 3D printing).
• Help generate technical drawings and bills of materials in accordance with industry drafting standards.
• Collaborate with engineers to support design reviews, testing activities, and integration of mechanical systems.
• Contribute to documentation and reporting of design progress and test results.
• Learn and assist in configuration control and engineering change processes.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to support ongoing development efforts.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Simulation

ANSYS

Job description

AeroVironment seeks a Mechanical Engineering Intern for a 12-week onsite summer program in Petaluma, CA. You will assist with mechanical design, CAD modeling, simulations, and prototyping activities in a fast-paced aerospace environment.

The role emphasizes collaboration, hands-on learning, and documentation of progress. Applicants should be enrolled in college or recent graduates with a minimum 3.0 GPA and a strong eagerness to learn.