On-Site Mechanical Design Intern – Aerospace Hardware

Amca; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Amca in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to design, analyze, and prototype flight hardware under a mentor. You will own a scoped hardware project from concept to test, collaborating with engineers to translate requirements into buildable parts.

This hands-on program expects active involvement, with parts reviewed with the same rigor as full-time engineers and potential for future full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program in aerospace, mechanical, or related engineering.
• Returning to school Fall 2027 or graduating Spring 2027, seeking full-time role.
• Hands-on design, analysis, or build experience through coursework, projects, or internships.

Responsibilities

• Design and prototype mechanical hardware under mentor guidance.
• Create and maintain drawings and specifications for components.
• Support qualification plans and testing of components you own.
• Build and test your own prototypes in the in-house lab.

Skills

Design and analysis

Prototyping

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in relevant engineering

Tools

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

FEA software

Job description

Amca in El Segundo, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to design, analyze, and prototype flight hardware under a mentor. You will own a scoped hardware project from concept to test, collaborating with engineers to translate requirements into buildable parts.

This hands-on program expects active involvement, with parts reviewed with the same rigor as full-time engineers and potential for future full-time opportunities.