Summer Aerospace Mechanical Intern — Hands-on Projects

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking Mechanical Engineering Interns for a comprehensive summer program in Dayton, OH. You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment, working with industry experts on real-world projects and developing technical and professional skills.

You'll participate in cross-functional workshops, mentoring, and direct involvement in company projects. The role emphasizes teamwork, documentation, and practical problem solving while preparing

Qualifications

• Pursuing an engineering or related technical degree with courses in design or analysis.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Participate in actual technical projects and contribute to team objectives by completing assigned tasks.
• Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced industry professionals in your field.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records as required.
• Assist in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data to support engineering decisions.
• Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements, timelines, and team goals.
• Perform hands‑on technical work assignments to gain practical experience and build technical skills.
• Work closely with team members, absorb and learn from their expertise, and apply that learning to ongoing projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support the implementation of best practices.
• Participate in workshops designed to provide a deeper understanding of the business and company culture.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Problem solving

Education

Engineering or related technical field

Sophomore to Senior in college

Tools

CAD

MATLAB

Visio

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation is seeking Mechanical Engineering Interns for a comprehensive summer program in Dayton, OH. You will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment, working with industry experts on real-world projects and developing technical and professional skills.

You'll participate in cross-functional workshops, mentoring, and direct involvement in company projects. The role emphasizes teamwork, documentation, and practical problem solving while preparing