Space Systems Mechanical Design Intern

Northwood; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwood Space is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer Intern to join our team, helping design structures, tooling, and assemblies for ground station antennas. You will collaborate with RF, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to ensure performance, reliability, and manufacturability of hardware deployed globally.

You will gain hands-on experience in 3D modeling, tooling design, test fixtures, and fabrication tooling, while learning from senior engineers in a fast-paced, space-tech

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of mechanical design principles, including thermal management, materials selection, and structural analysis.
• Familiarity with CAD software (Siemens NX, SolidWorks) for 3D modeling and drafting.
• Strong interest in manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability.
• Enthusiasm for learning and contributing to innovative hardware projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing components for product lines, structures, mechanisms, environmental systems, and ground support equipment (GSE) for satellite ground stations, focusing on performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Contribute to the design of tooling for fabrication and assembly processes, including test fixtures and weldments.
• Collaborate with RF, electrical, and manufacturing teams to support system requirements and integration of designs and hardware.
• Participate in design reviews, providing input and incorporating feedback to meet design objectives.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and best practices in mechanical, thermal, and environmental design.

Skills

CAD design

Manufacturing processes

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering (in progress)

Tools

Siemens NX

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Fixture design

Job description

Northwood Space is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer Intern to join our team, helping design structures, tooling, and assemblies for ground station antennas. You will collaborate with RF, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to ensure performance, reliability, and manufacturability of hardware deployed globally.

You will gain hands-on experience in 3D modeling, tooling design, test fixtures, and fabrication tooling, while learning from senior engineers in a fast-paced, space-tech