Mechanical Engineer Intern - Spring/Summer 2027

Sierra Lobo, Inc.; Milan Township (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Sierra Lobo, Inc. is seeking a motivated mechanical engineering intern for the Milan, Ohio Technology Development and Engineering Center (TDEC).

The internship supports design, development, testing, and maintenance of spacecraft components and subsystems, including structures, deployment mechanisms, propulsion hardware integration, and robotics. The role involves CAD-based layout design, robotics simulation and testing, technical reporting, and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Enrolled in an ABET-accredited university pursuing a BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of two semesters of coursework completed prior to start.
• Experience with CAD software.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, or C/C++.
• Experience with IsaacSim, ROS 2, and RViz desirable but not required.
• US Citizenship is required due to ITAR, CUI and other restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Design component layouts (packaging), mechanical and structural interfaces, electronics housings, and mounting structures (CAD).
• Develop and test robotics for manufacturing, maintenance, and handling of space technologies: robotics simulation (Isaac Sim, ROS 2, Python, C/C++).
• Robotics testing (ROS 2, RViz, Python, C/C++).
• Sensor deployment (RViz, LiDAR, depth cameras, odometry).
• Design and testing of robotic end effectors (CAD, Isaac Sim).
• Write technical reports and other documentation for engineering staff, management, and customers.
• Present designs and results at reviews and technical meetings.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team throughout a project’s lifecycle.

Skills

CAD software

C/C++

Python

MATLAB

ISAAC Sim

ROS 2

RViz

Education

ABET-accredited university pursuit of BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Overview

Sierra Lobo, Inc. has an opening for a highly-motivated, enthusiastic intern with a passion for mechanical engineering and a strong work ethic. Our company offers customers a full range of professional and technical capabilities, including Test and Evaluation, Systems Engineering, and Advanced Technologies. We also develop products and processes related to Cryogenic Fluid and Thermal Management Systems, Densified Propellant Management Systems, CubeSats, and Prototype Extreme Pressure and Temperature Systems. Our customers include the Department of Defense (DOD), the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, Missile Defense Agency (MDA), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

Located in the verdant rolling fields of North-Central Ohio, our Milan, Ohio Technology Development and Engineering Center (TDEC) offers a pleasant, casual work environment with a picturesque pond and short walking trail on-site. This on-site internship is for the spring or summer of 2027. Full-time or part-time internship available.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

Overview:

Design, develop, test, and maintain mechanical components and subsystems for spacecraft/satellites. This includes structures, deployment mechanisms, propulsion hardware integration, avionics enclosures, ground support equipment, and robotics.

Responsibilities

Potential Duties:

• Design of component layouts (packaging), mechanical and structural interfaces, electronics housings, and mounting structures (CAD)
• Develop and test the precision, safety, and efficiency of robotics for the manufacturing, maintenance, and handling of space technologies:
  • Robotics simulation and training (Isaac Sim, ROS 2, Python, C/C++)
  • Robotics testing (ROS 2, RViz, Python, C/C++)
  • Sensor deployment (RViz, LiDAR, depth cameras, odometry)
  • Design and testing of robotic end effectors (CAD, Isaac Sim)
• Write technical reports and other documentation for use by engineering staff, management, and customers
• Present designs and results at reviews and other technical meetings
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team (electrical, aerospace, etc.) throughout a project’s lifecycle to ensure every requirement is fulfilled

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Enrolled in an ABET-accredited university and pursuing a BS or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering or a sufficiently relevant Engineering discipline
• A minimum of two (2) semesters of course work must be completed prior to the start of work
• Experience with CAD software
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, or C/C++
• Experience with IsaacSim, ROS 2, and RViz is desirable but not required
• US Citizenship is required for this position due to ITAR, CUI and other US Government-imposed restrictions specified by Executive Order and the Code of Federal Regulations