Propulsion Engineer Intern - Fall 2026

Clutch Canada; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 45,460; Part time

Job summary

Clutch Canada is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Intern in Los Angeles to support the design and development of propulsion components and systems. Ideal candidates are STEM students with hands-on experience in vehicle design and testing, a GPA of 3.0 or above, and a strong interest in propulsion systems. Responsibilities include creating engineering drawings, setting up test rigs, and working with cross-functional teams. Salary ranges from $25 to $33 per hour, reflecting the position's scope and responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Practical experience designing, building, and testing vehicles.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.
• Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus's mission.

Responsibilities

• Support design and development of propulsion components.
• Create and release engineering drawings for hardware production.
• Assist in setting up propulsion test rigs.

Skills

Strong interest in propulsion systems

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work within cross-functional teams

Education

Currently enrolled in a STEM program

Job description

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.

As a Propulsion Engineering Intern, you will support the design, development, and testing of propulsion components and systems. You will work closely with engineers, manufacturing teams, and vendors to help bring propulsion hardware from concept through testing.

Fall: Around 16 weeks (August - December)

Responsibilities:

• Support the design and development of propulsion components and systems from conceptual design through detailed mechanical design
• Create and release engineering drawings and collaborate with manufacturing teams and external vendors to produce hardware
• Assist in defining, configuring, and setting up propulsion test rigs
• Support the execution and documentation of propulsion hardware testing and development activities

Minimum Requirements:

• Practical experience designing, building, and testing vehicles through internships, studies or projects.
• Must be currently enrolled in a STEM program at an accredited college or university (undergraduate student in your third or fourth year of study, or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program).
• Strong interest in propulsion systems, design, and testing.
• Strong understanding of engineering first principles.
• Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams.
• Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus's mission.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.

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.

25 - 33 USD

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.