Mechanical Engineering Intern: CAD, Prototyping & Testing

Nightwing Intelligence Solutions, LLC; Lorton (VA); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 38,573,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

PTO

Job summary

Nightwing is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support ongoing programs at our Springfield, Virginia location. This onsite role requires a self-starter with strong communication and collaboration skills to assist senior engineers on diverse projects. Qualifications include pursuing a MS or BS in Mechanical Engineering, 3.0+ GPA, and CAD experience (SolidWorks preferred).

Candidates must be U.S. citizens with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance if hired full time after

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university.
• Pursuing an MS or BS in Mechanical Engineering.
• Rising Junior or Senior by Summer 2027.
• GPA 3.0+ on a 4.0 scale is desired.
• US citizenship with ability to obtain TS clearance (if hired full time after graduation).
• Experience with CAD and SolidWorks for design/documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Office (Word/PowerPoint/Excel/Project).
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; background check required.

Responsibilities

• Support multidisciplinary engineering activities with senior engineers.
• Design and analyze tools and mechanisms for projects.
• Create detailed fabrication drawings and documentation.
• Conduct mechanical testing and rapid prototyping.
• Assist with report writing and presentations.
• Provide design review support as needed.
• Adapt to shifting program priorities and teamwork.

Skills

CAD software

MS Office

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Engineering fundamentals

Education

Pursuing MS or BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Nightwing is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support ongoing programs at our Springfield, Virginia location. This onsite role requires a self-starter with strong communication and collaboration skills to assist senior engineers on diverse projects. Qualifications include pursuing a MS or BS in Mechanical Engineering, 3.0+ GPA, and CAD experience (SolidWorks preferred).

Candidates must be U.S. citizens with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance if hired full time after