Propulsion Engineer Intern — Winter 2027, UAV Engines

Anduril Industries; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grants

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Anduril Industries invites motivated students to join our team for a winter 2027 internship focused on propulsion system design, testing, and integration for unmanned air vehicles. You will participate in engineering activities across engine components, fuel systems, and aircraft integration.

You will collaborate with vendors, assist in CAD design for aerodynamic surfaces, and gain hands-on experience with testing and data analysis in a fast-paced defense technology environment.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Must be returning to school at the end of the internship to continue academic studies for at least one quarter or semester.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities; U.S. clearance eligibility may be required depending on program.
• Ability to complete an in-person 16 to 24-week internship in one of our offices in winter 2027.

Responsibilities

• Critical member of team for selection and integration of aircraft engines, engine components, and fuel systems on unmanned air vehicles
• Design, fabricate, and test prototype components and control systems
• Plan, instrument, and execute tests of aircraft propulsion systems
• Coordinate with engine vendors, develop strategic partnerships, and manage development projects
• Support critical hardware demonstrations with customers as needed
• Critical member of team supporting CAD design for internal aerodynamic loft, surfaces and structures
• Travel to test sites as needed

Skills

Jet engine fundamentals

Engine testing

CAD design

Machining and shop safety

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant field

Tools

NX/Teamcenter

CAD software

Job description

Anduril Industries invites motivated students to join our team for a winter 2027 internship focused on propulsion system design, testing, and integration for unmanned air vehicles. You will participate in engineering activities across engine components, fuel systems, and aircraft integration.

You will collaborate with vendors, assist in CAD design for aerodynamic surfaces, and gain hands-on experience with testing and data analysis in a fast-paced defense technology environment.