Spring 2027 Mechanical Engineering Internship/Co-Op

Marotta Controls; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Marotta Controls in Parsippany, NJ is offering a Spring 2027 Mechanical Engineering Internship/Co-Op. You will gain hands-on experience in design, production, quality, or test/development engineering while working alongside industry experts.

This onsite program emphasizes applying mechanical and aerospace principles, mentorship, and presenting work to senior leadership at rotation end, with potential for full-time employment based on performance.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering program.
• Strong GPA and excellent grades in core engineering courses.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (Pro-E/Creo preferred).
• Detail-oriented, precise, and organized with strong problem-solving skills.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Availability to work full-time onsite beginning January 2027 through end of summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and analysis of aerospace components and actuation systems.
• Participate in fixture design, tolerance stack-ups, and compliance reviews.
• Assist with assembly procedures, technical documentation, and test reports.
• Contribute to design reviews and product improvement initiatives.
• Apply your 3D CAD skills (Pro‑E/Creo preferred) in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

3D CAD Pro-E/Creo

Strong GPA

Mechanical Engineering student

Citizenship required

Tools

Pro-E/Creo

Job description

Position

Spring 2027 Mechanical Engineering Internship/Co-Op

Location

Parsippany, NJ (OnSite Monday - Friday)

Term

Spring 2027 with the opportunity to continue into Summer 2027

Application Deadline

October 2, 2026

Interview Power Day (onsite)

October 16, 2026 - invitation only

Business Unit

Power and Actuation Systems

About the Program

Join Marotta Controls' Engineering internship/Co-Op Program and take your classroom knowledge into the real world of aerospace and defense. As a Mechanical Engineering Co-Op, you’ll gain hands-on experience in design, production, quality, or test/development engineering while working alongside industry experts. You’ll apply mechanical and aerospace engineering principles to real projects, receive mentorship, and present your work to senior leadership at the end of your rotation. Along the way, you’ll also network with other interns and employees through professional development and engagement events. Internships are available with a variety of teams across the Power and Actuation Business Unit, design, production, quality, or test/development engineering.

Potential for Full-Time Employment

This internship/Co-op provides an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, develop valuable skills, and potentially transition into a full-time position based on performance and organizational needs.

What You’ll Do

• Support the design and analysis of aerospace components and actuation systems.
• Participate in fixture design, tolerance stack‑ups, and compliance reviews.
• Assist with assembly procedures, technical documentation, and test reports.
• Contribute to design reviews and product improvement initiatives.
• Apply your 3D CAD skills (Pro‑E/Creo preferred) in a fast‑paced environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering program.
• Strong GPA and excellent grades in core engineering courses.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (Pro‑E/Creo preferred).
• Detail‑oriented, precise, and organized with strong problem‑solving skills.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Availability to work full‑time onsite beginning January 2027 through end of summer 2027.

Work Environment

• This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear.
• The Engineering Intern is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• The Engineering Intern is frequently required to sit at length, stand, walk, and move about the facility.
• The Engineering Intern may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 20 pounds.

Why Marotta?

At Marotta, you’ll contribute to programs that support space exploration, defense readiness, and advanced aerospace systems. Your work will matter, and you’ll gain practical skills that will launch your engineering career.

Position location

Parsippany, NJ

Relocation assistance

Relocation assistance will not be provided.

Pay Range

$18 - $24/hr

VETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.

At Marotta Controls, we are committed to a fair, performance-driven compensation approach that promotes consistency across all levels of our organization. We ensure that pay decisions are free from bias, based on objective criteria, and are regularly reviewed.

Your level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation package for this opportunity, including incentive compensation and a comprehensive suite of premium benefits. These include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks. We value and reward employee achievements and host multiple engagement events each quarter to foster a strong, supportive workplace culture.

Elevate your career at Marotta Controls, a New Jersey Top Workplace four years running! Dedicated to innovation, quality and excellence, we deliver cutting edge control systems for the Aerospace & Defense industry. At Marotta, we value bold thinking and teamwork, and we empower our employees to push boundaries while delivering top-tier solutions to our customers. Our team fosters a fun, collaborative culture where creativity and technical excellence thrive! Your next big opportunity starts here. Be part of a company where your work supports a mission that makes a difference.