Aeromechanical Engineering Intern
AeroVironment
Assembly
Mechanical Engineering Intern
AeroVironment
internship
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Simi Valley • California • 🇺🇸 United States
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Entry Level
Tech Stack
Assembly
About the role
- Assist in the design of mechanical components and systems, including airframes, payload enclosures, ground equipment, launch systems, and electro-mechanical assemblies
- Create and modify 3D CAD models and assemblies using SolidWorks
- Support simulation and analysis tasks using tools like SolidWorks Simulation or ANSYS
- Participate in prototype fabrication, assembly, and testing using in-house tools and rapid prototyping methods (e.g., 3D printing)
- Help generate technical drawings and bills of materials in accordance with industry drafting standards
- Collaborate with engineers to support design reviews, testing activities, and integration of mechanical systems
- Contribute to documentation and reporting of design progress and test results
- Learn and assist in configuration control and engineering change processes
- Perform other tasks as assigned to support ongoing development efforts.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- Basic experience with 3D CAD software (preferably SolidWorks)
- Familiarity with mechanical components such as machined parts, sheet metal, plastic parts, or composite materials
- Exposure to hands-on prototyping, lab testing, or mechanical assembly through academic or personal projects
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Benefits
- AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
3D CAD modelingmechanical designsimulation and analysisprototype fabricationtechnical drawingbills of materialsconfiguration controlengineering change processeshands-on prototypingmechanical assembly
Soft skills
communicationorganizational skillscollaborationeagerness to learn