Internship - Propulsion Manufacturing - Spring 2027

Firefly Aerospace; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Firefly Aerospace offers year-round engineering-focused internship opportunities in Texas. As an Intern, you will support a growing team moving the launch business toward full-rate production.

Ideal candidates will enjoy hands-on work, be able to read drawings, and communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary environment. Candidates should be pursuing a BS or MS in Engineering and have experience with CAD software, 3D modeling, GD&T, and lean manufacturing principles.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a BS or MS program (or a recent graduate) at an accredited four-year university or college.
• Willing to work in a hands-on, constantly evolving environment.
• Communicates effectively, verbal and written.
• Able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks.
• Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings.
• Solid understanding of GD&T and ASME standards.
• Proficiency in design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) considerations.
• Passion for Advanced Manufacturing technologies and applications.
• Experience with CAD Software and 3D modeling.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Desire to gain exposure to Aerospace propulsion and fluid systems.

Responsibilities

• Apply technical knowledge to innovate, design, and develop processes, tooling, assembly fixtures, and procedures
• Drive projects to improve cost and cycle times
• Research new manufacturing methods and production processes
• Identify waste and implement process improvement opportunities
• Development of fabrication tooling
• Support Lean Manufacturing Initiatives
• Develop and implement a system support process and documentation
• Perform engineering analysis to determine root cause / corrective action on problem areas

Skills

CAD & 3D Modeling

GD&T

DFM & DFA

Python/MATLAB

Lean Manufacturing

Drawing interpretation

Engineering analysis

Communication

Education

BS or MS in Engineering

Job description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE

Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the only commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the only company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.

SUMMARY

Firefly has year-round engineering-focused internship opportunities for our locations in Texas. Both current undergrads and new graduates are encouraged to apply. As a Firefly Intern, you will support a growing, fast-paced team that is moving the launch business into full-rate production. Ideal candidates will have a passion for advanced manufacturing. You will have the opportunity to gain experience in developing novel solutions to challenging problems, for which you will be responsible. These positions require high levels of creativity, flexibility, and collaboration. The ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural group is an absolute must.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply technical knowledge to innovate, design, and develop processes, tooling, assembly fixtures, and procedures
• Drive projects to improve cost and cycle times
• Research new manufacturing methods and production processes
• Identify waste and implement process improvement opportunities
• Development of fabrication tooling
• Support Lean Manufacturing Initiatives
• Develop and implement a system support process and documentation
• Perform engineering analysis to determine root cause / corrective action on problem areas

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be currently enrolled in either a BS or MS program (or a recent graduate) at an accredited four-year university or college
• Willing to work in a hands-on, constantly evolving environment
• Communicates effectively, verbal and written
• Able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
• Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings
• Solid understanding of GD&T and ASME standards
• Proficiency in design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) considerations
• Passion for Advanced Manufacturing technologies and applications.
• Experience with CAD Software and 3D modeling
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodologies
• Ability to use analysis to develop solutions to manufacturing problems
• Desired: Candidates should preferably have a focus in at least one of the following areas: Demonstrated history of exposure to, or interest in, Aerospace propulsion and fluid systems
• Current Materials, Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, or Industrial Engineering degree programs
• Experience with Languages like Python and/or MATLAB

To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

Firefly Aerospace is a space and defense technology company that enables our world to launch, land, and operate in space – anywhere, anytime. As the partner of choice for critical space missions, Firefly is the only commercial company to launch a satellite to orbit with 24-hour notice and the only company to achieve a successful Moon landing. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in north Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.