Avionics Mechanical Engineering Intern — 12 Weeks, Redondo

Impulse Space

Redondo Beach (CA)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 50,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Job summary

Impulse Space in Redondo Beach, CA offers a 12-week Avionics Mechanical Engineering Internship for May/June through August/September 2027. You will design, manufacture, and test mechanical elements of spacecraft avionics, collaborating with electrical, propulsion, GNC, and structures teams.

Responsibilities include CAD drawing generation, design reviews, manufacturing support, hand calculations, and FEA. Familiarity with NX, Ansys, EMI shielding, and vibrations is preferred; on-site work with

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
Experience designing mechanical components in CAD software.
Understanding of static loads and methods of heat transfer.
Understanding of fabrication methods, such as CNC milling and 3D printing.
Familiarity working hands-on with basic shop tools.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn new skills.
Ability to communicate technical challenges, explain rationale and/or resolve concerns.

Responsibilities

Evaluate requirements, develop mechanical design, generate drawings for various avionics systems and devices.
Conduct design reviews to gain cross-disciplinary consensus on design validity.
Design products for ease of manufacture, and work with suppliers to get parts fabricated.
Perform hand calculations and FEA to predict system performance.
Analyze structural modes, thermal performance, and other critical aspects of avionics devices.
Develop and document efficient build processes, work with technicians to improve instructions.