Mechanical Engineering Internship - Summer 2027

United Launch Alliance; Centennial (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

United Launch Alliance is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience across analysis, design, and systems engineering. You will assist with existing flight hardware analysis, support future hardware development, and participate in projects ranging from data analysis to tool design.

Travel to various ULA locations may be required. The role supports one or more engineers, with shadowing of operations and unique assignments that align with larger programs.

Qualifications

• Completed sophmore year by summer internship.
• High School/GED required.
• Must have a valid driver's license for certain locations.
• Plan to be enrolled Fall 2027.

Responsibilities

• Assist in analysis of existing flight hardware and design future hardware.
• Perform data analysis and contribute to methodology improvement projects.
• Shadow engineers and participate in day-to-day engineering activities.
• Travel to suppliers or other ULA locations as needed.

Skills

STEM fundamentals

Data analysis

Presentation skills

Education

Pursuing bachelor’s STEM degree

Tools

NX

NASTRAN

SolidWorks

Mathcad

CREO

Other design tools

Job description

Requisition ID: 2127

Standard Weekly Hours: 40.00

Location: ULA - Cape Canaveral, ULA - Decatur, ULA - Denver, ULA - Pueblo, ULA - Vandenberg AFB

At ULA, success comes through the efforts of a strong, united team.

We care about your career development at ULA! Your hard work, time, and experience as an employee is invaluable as you take the next step in your career.

Job Overview & Responsibilities

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern at United Launch Alliance, you'll gain hands-on experience and have an opportunity to, but not limited to:

• Perform analysis on existing flight hardware, assist in the design and development of future hardware, perform analysis for both completed and future launches, test, and gain exposure to systems engineering, mission integration, quality assurance, system safety, launch operations, or production operations.
• Perform data analysis and work on analysis methodology improvement projects, software improvement projects, trade studies, manufacturer studies, creating or modifying tool designs, processing cause and corrective actions for non-conformances, maintain production work instructions, supplier management, and component or integrated systems test.
• Internships may require travel to suppliers, customers, or other ULA locations.
• Interns will typically support one or more experienced engineers in performance of assignments, spend time shadowing actual operations, and have unique assignments that support larger projects as well as experience the day-to-day workings of engineering.

Interns may perform and/or participate in additional activities/events which help them build a strong network within the ULA community and with fellow interns!

Required Education

• At minimum completed Sophomoreyear of college or university by the time of the summer internship assignment.
• High School/GED

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a minimum college GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale at the time of application; cumulative, no rounding. NOTE: An unofficial transcript is required if you are invited for an interview. We recommend you upload it to your profile when you apply.
• Must have a valid driver's license and motorized vehicle transportation if assigned an internship in Alabama; California; Florida; or Pueblo, Colorado. For Denver, Colorado and Washington, DC, motorized transportation is recommended.

Role Specific Qualifications

• At minimum, actively pursuing a bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) field from an accredited college or university.
• Must have plans to be enrolled in classes during Fall Semester 2027.
• Ability to work full-time for a minimum of 10 weeks during the Summer of 2027.
• Working knowledge of basic engineering application tools like:
  • NX
  • NASTRAN
  • SolidWorks
  • Mathcad
  • CREO
  • Other design and analysis tools
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint)
• Effective presentation, written communication, and verbal communication skills
• Must be able to complete an internship at any of the below ULA's locations:
  • Denver, CO
  • Pueblo, CO
  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • Decatur, AL
  • Vandenburg, CA

Summary Salary Range

CO: $23.10 - $37.95

CA: $24.20 - $37.95

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a candidate's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus in addition to base pay.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 90 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Security Clearance / International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR). Therefore, all applicants must be U.S. Persons as defined in ITAR 22 CFR 120.62 (e.g., U.S. Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) or protected individual. See 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20) and 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) for additional information.

ULA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

ULA is a participant in the federal E-Verify Program. Posters in PDF format pertaining to this program can be accessed by clicking on the links identified below. E-Verify Participation poster (English / Spanish) and Right to Work Poster (English / Spanish).

Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires covered employees to follow a post selection notification process. A hired candidate may opt out of this process by notifying the hiring manager in writing at the time the offer is accepted.