Propulsion Engineering Intern for Fast Aircraft Prototyping

Hermeus; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time Off

Office perks

Job summary

Hermeus is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Intern to support propulsion components and systems from concept to testing. You will collaborate with engineers, manufacturing teams, and vendors to bring propulsion hardware through design, build, and test phases.

The role offers 16–week Spring, 12-week Summer, or 16-week Fall internships, with compensation guided by degree level. Applicants must be enrolled in STEM and demonstrate strong propulsion interest.

Qualifications

• 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 (undergrad year 3 or 4, or MA/PhD).
• 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.
• GPA of 3.0 or above.

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

Skills

Propulsion systems

Design & testing

Engineering drawings

Cross-functional teamwork

GPA 3.0+

Education

Pursuing STEM degree

Job description

Hermeus is seeking a Propulsion Engineering Intern to support propulsion components and systems from concept to testing. You will collaborate with engineers, manufacturing teams, and vendors to bring propulsion hardware through design, build, and test phases.

The role offers 16–week Spring, 12-week Summer, or 16-week Fall internships, with compensation guided by degree level. Applicants must be enrolled in STEM and demonstrate strong propulsion interest.