Propulsion Mechanical Intern – Hands-On Flight Hardware

Odys Aviation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Odys Aviation in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern/Co-Op to support the Propulsion Team on electric and hybrid propulsion hardware. Work onsite 30-40 hrs/week for a minimum of 10 weeks, collaborating with full-time engineers to design, build, and integrate motors, generators, inverters, and cooling systems.

You will own hands-on tasks from CAD to parts-in-hand and vehicle integration, gaining exposure to flight hardware development and the certification process as you

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Comfortable designing hardware using CAD (NX, SolidWorks, or similar).
• Familiarity with common manufacturing processes; hands-on fabrication experience strongly preferred.
• Enjoys being hands-on—designing, building, and integrating real hardware.
• Able to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and ask good questions when needed.
• Strong curiosity, attention to detail, and desire to make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Design and update propulsion mechanical components and assemblies as we transition from prototype builds to low-rate production
• Design hardware for bench testing and support hardware troubleshooting alongside propulsion engineers
• Help resolve design, fit and integration issues discovered during early builds
• Implement design improvements to simplify assembly, improve repeatability and reduce build time
• Create and maintain CAD models and drawings, following process to ensure traceability of design changes
• Assist with prototype and production hardware fabrication and assembly, learning firsthand how designs translate to the shop floor
• Develop work instructions, fixtures or tooling as needed to support assembly
• Document design changes, build feedback and lessons learned to support production ramp up

Skills

CAD/3D design

Hands-on hardware integration

Independence and ownership

Detail-oriented

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NX

SolidWorks

3D printing

Machining basics

Job description

Odys Aviation in Long Beach, CA is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern/Co-Op to support the Propulsion Team on electric and hybrid propulsion hardware. Work onsite 30-40 hrs/week for a minimum of 10 weeks, collaborating with full-time engineers to design, build, and integrate motors, generators, inverters, and cooling systems.

You will own hands-on tasks from CAD to parts-in-hand and vehicle integration, gaining exposure to flight hardware development and the certification process as you