Winter 2027 Mechanical Engineer Co-op

Anduril; Ohio; On-site; USD 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Anduril Industries in Ohio is seeking mechanical engineering interns to design and build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production.

You will present design reviews, run analyses, visit vendors, and develop hardware test plans, using first principles physics for decision making. The internship runs 16–24 weeks, with travel to test sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related field.
• Must be returning to school at the end of the internship to continue academic studies for at least one quarter or semester.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to access requirements; U.S. clearance may be required.
• Ability to complete a 16-24 week internship in one of our offices in winter 2027.

Responsibilities

• Design & build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition projects into production.
• Present design reviews, run analysis, visit vendors, and execute hardware test plans.
• Use first principles physics as a basis for decisions.
• Travel to test sites and vendors as needed.

Skills

CAD skills

Hands-on fabrication

Engineering drawing

Machining/3D printing

First principles

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related field

Must be returning to school after internship for at least one quarter/semester

Tools

NX/Teamcenter

Solidworks

Job description

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Design & build prototypes, analyze failures, and transition successful projects into production.
• Present design reviews, run analysis, visit vendors, design & execute hardware test plans.
• Use first principles physics as a basis for every decision.
• Travel to test sites and vendors as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or any related field.
• Must be returning to school at the end of the internship to continue academic studies for at least one quarter or semester.
• Must be a U.S. Person due to required access to U.S. export-controlled information or facilities; U.S. clearance eligibility may be required depending on program.
• Ability to complete an in-person 16-24 -week internship in one of our offices in winter 2027.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Collegiate project team or laboratory experience.
• Currently enrolled in an undergrad or graduate engineering program.
• CAD skills (any platform) and ability to make high-quality engineering drawings that meet common industry standards.
• Demonstrated hands‑on fabrication skills.
• High competence with, and fluid use of, engineering first principles.
• Prior internship experience and/or leadership on a collegiate project team or laboratory.
• Experience in NX/Teamcenter and/or Solidworks.
• Experience with FEA and/or CFD analysis tools.
• Ability to integrate electrical components into designs (motors, controllers, sensors etc.).
• Experience with machining, sheet metal, injection molding, and 3D printing.

US Hourly Range: $34—$50 USD

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.