Mechanical Engineering Intern

Analytical Mechanics Associates Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching plan

Paid personal and federal holidays

Job summary

Analytical Mechanics Associates Inc. is seeking an Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering intern to help develop a lunar deployment mechanism for a NASA Langley project.

You will work in the Mechanical Systems Branch, designing with Creo, sizing, mass optimization, and producing GD&T drawings for flight hardware and ground support equipment. Qualifications include being an undergraduate or graduate student in relevant fields, CAD experience with Creo or similar tools, and solid knowledge of statics,

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate student in aerospace, mechanical, or related engineering.
• CAD experience and using CAD software to create models and drawings.
• Foundational understanding of statics, dynamics, strength of materials, and design for manufacturing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Iterative design using PTC Creo to create parametric designs for airframes and testing hardware.
• Initial sizing using beam theory and strength of materials for basic sizing.
• Mass optimization to minimize weight while meeting flight margins.
• Create GD&T drawings and clear assembly instructions for manufacturing.

Skills

Creo CAD

CAD proficiency

Strong communication

Technical presentations

Education

Undergraduate or Graduate student in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PTC Creo

PowerPoint

Job description

## Mechanical Engineering InternApply: Hampton, VA: Part time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R-100764**Job Description:**AMA is currently accepting applications for an Aerospace, Mechanical, Engineering intern to assist in the development of a lunar deployment mechanism, which is planned for deployment to the lunar surface. The Intern will work in the Mechanical Systems Branch at NASA Langley Research Center. to develop flight hardware and ground support equipment for the lunar mission.Pay for this position is $23.10 - $33.50, depending on education and location.**Responsibilities:*** Iterative Design: Use PTC Creo to create parametric designs for airframes, space frames, and testing hardware. You will be expected to build \"smart\" models that can quickly adapt to evolving project requirements.* Initial Sizing: Apply your knowledge of Beam Theory and Strength of Materials to perform \"back-of-the-envelope\" structural sizing before moving into high-fidelity modeling* Mass Optimization: Actively manage mass properties, iterating designs to minimize weight while maintaining structural integrity to meet strict flight performance margins.* Documentation: Create professional GD&T drawings for parts and assemblies, ensuring clear communication for manufacturing and end-user assembly.**Requirements:*** Undergraduate or Graduate student in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related Engineering* An understanding of Computer Aided Design (CAD) and experience using PTC CREO, or similar tools to create models and drawings.* Foundational understanding of Statics, Dynamics, Strength of Materials, and design for manufacturing.* Excellent communication skills, able to articulate design choices to a team of engineers and project management personnel and create clear assembly instructions.* Presentation skills, including creating and sharing PowerPoint presentations clearly exhibiting the design requirements, layout, and plan forward.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.* Progress toward a degree (undergraduate or graduate) in technical areas of relevance* **Due to ITAR restrictions, US citizenship or permanent US residency is required.** Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is proud of our customer relationships, our diverse and dynamic work environment, and our employees' career satisfaction. AMA is a small business with a wide reach; headquartered in Hampton, VA, AMA has operations in Greenbelt, MD; Huntsville, AL; Dallas and Houston, TX; Denver, CO; Mountain View, CA; and Edwards Air Force Base, CA. With over 60 years of experience, AMA specializes in aerospace engineering, science, analytics, information technology, and visualization solutions. AMA combines the best of engineering, science, and mathematics capabilities with the latest in information technologies, visualization, and multimedia to build creative solutions. We offer competitive salaries and a substantial benefits package, including but not limited to paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, tuition reimbursement, short/long term disability plans, and a variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options. AMA is committed to the professional growth of every employee, understanding that the successes of our employees drive our success. We provide a work environment that is engaging, collaborative, and supportive. To learn more about our company, please visit our website at www.ama-inc.com/careers and follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. AMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited under federal, state, or local laws.