Mechanical Engineering Intern - Fall 2026

Ring Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 45,460; Part time

Job summary

A high-speed aircraft manufacturer is seeking an intern in mechanical engineering to join the Fluids Team in Los Angeles. Responsibilities include structural design for aircraft subsystems, performing analyses, and collaborating with various teams. Candidates must be enrolled in an engineering program and demonstrate strong communication skills and a GPA of 3.0 or above. This position offers a competitive hourly wage between $22 and $33.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a college or university.
• Pursuing a relevant engineering degree.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Support structural design for vehicle subsystems.
• Perform structural and thermal analyses.
• Lead trade studies across subsystems.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and test teams.
• Own hardware development from concept to test.
• Present technical content in reviews.

Skills

Understanding of engineering first principles

Cross-functional teamwork

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Enthusiasm for aviation

Education

Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university (Undergraduate or Graduate)

Pursuing Mechanical, Aerospace, Thermal Fluids, or Structural Engineering degree

Job description

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries.

Hermeus is seeking talented students with experience in mechanical engineering to join our Fluids Team in Los Angeles. The Fluids Team is responsible for the design and integration of hydraulic systems, fuel systems, and their supporting structural components for cutting-edge hypersonic aircraft.

Fall: Around 16 weeks (September - December)

Responsibilities

• Structural design supporting vehicle subsystems such as hydraulics, fuel systems, propulsion, and avionics
• Perform structural and thermal analyses using both hand calculations and FEA
• Lead trade studies across mechanical, fluid, and avionics subsystems with an emphasis on mass efficiency, cost, and performance
• Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and test teams to ensure designs are practical, producible, and aligned with program objectives
• Own hardware development from concept through design, fabrication, integration, and test
• Present technical content in internal reviews and represent the team in cross-functional and supplier/customer design reviews

Minimum Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university (Undergraduate student or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program)
• Pursuing Mechanical, Aerospace, Thermal Fluids, Structural or similar Engineering degree
• Strong understanding of engineering first principles
• Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams
• Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus' mission
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• GPA of 3.0 or above

$22 - $33 an hour

The salary information provided is a general guideline only. Hermeus takes various factors into account, including, but not limited to, the position's scope and responsibilities, the candidate's professional background, education and training, essential skills, and market and business considerations, when presenting a job offer.

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to 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.