Internship 2027 - Mechanical Engineer

Avion Solutions; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Avion Solutions Inc. is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support the Propulsion Drives Branch of the Maneuver Air Directorate in Huntsville, AL. The role provides foundational engineering support for analysis, testing, and documentation of Helicopter Drive Systems.

Responsibilities include reviewing test plans, data collection, witnessing tests, and preparing clear technical reports. Candidates should be pursuing a Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering degree, be a U.S.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Foundational understanding of engineering principles and development methods.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and BOMs.
• Capable of gathering data and summarizing findings in reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication with basic technical writing ability.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook).
• U.S. citizen able to obtain/maintain DoD security clearance.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Provide entry-level analytical and technical support for projects, systems, and sub-systems.
• Assist in reviewing test plans, reports, and technical data for compliance.
• Participate in test witnessing, data collection, post-test evaluations, and inspections.
• Review design documentation, engineering change proposals, and drawings for accuracy.
• Assist with root cause analysis, failure investigations, and defect reporting.
• Support technical document reviews, including manuals and procedures.
• Participate in project reviews, syncs, and team meetings.
• Document engineering processes and analyses using MS Word, Excel, or PowerPoint.
• Perform information searches, correlate data, and conduct preliminary trade studies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

MS Office proficiency

Reading engineering drawings

Data collection

Communication

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CAD

MATLAB/Simulink

ANSYS/SolidWorks

Job description

Avion Solutions Inc., a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking candidates for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support thePropulsion Drives Branch of the Maneuver Air Directorate. This position provides foundational engineering support for analysis, testing, and documentation of Helicopter Drive Systems and is located in Huntsville, AL.

Job Responsibilities/Duties:

• Provide entry-level analytical and technical support for engineering projects, systems, and sub-systems.

• Assist in reviewing test plans, test reports, and technical data for compliance with project and specification requirements.

• Participate in engineering test witnessing, data collection, post-test evaluations, and hardware inspections.

• Review design documentation, engineering change proposals, and technical drawings for accuracy and technical completeness.

• Assist with root cause analysis, failure investigations, and defect reporting for components and mechanical/electrical assemblies.

• Support technical document reviews, including technical manuals, maintenance procedures, and standard operating procedures.

• Participate in project reviews, technical syncs, and team engineering meetings.

• Assist in documenting engineering processes, methodologies, and technical analyses in standard electronic formats (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

• Perform information searches, correlate technical data, and conduct preliminary trade studies to support ongoing engineering projects.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

• Must be a Junior or higher, currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.

• Basic understanding of fundamental engineering principles, system design concepts, and development methods.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and bills of materials (BOMs).

• Ability to gather data, perform routine technical calculations, and summarize findings in clear, concise reports.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with foundational technical writing capability.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Must be a U.S. citizen and have the ability to obtain/maintain a DoW security clearance.

• Must be able to travel up to 15% of the time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with engineering modeling, analysis, or data visualization software (e.g., MATLAB, CAD, ANSYS, SolidWorks).

• Ability to perform detailed information search, correlation, interpretation of technical data, and the preparation of technical documentation.

• Strong interest in analytics.

Equal Opportunity:

Avion Solutions, Inc. reaffirms its belief in equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. Avion Solutions, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA-governed Federal Contractor that affords equal employment opportunity to protected veterans and people with disabilities. Avion Solutions, Inc. provides all employees and job applicants equal employment opportunities in hiring and promotion without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, color, veteran status, genetic information, physical or mental disability, national origin, or any other reason prohibited by law.