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Internship
Engineering
Summer 2027 Aeromechanical Engineering Intern
AeroVironment
- Hours
- Full time
- Where
- Simi Valley, CA
- Posted
- Sep 2
Worker Type
Supplemental
Job Description
Aeromechanical Engineering Intern
Our Summer Internship Program is meticulously designed to provide students with an immersive and dynamic experience within our industry, offering a taste of what it's like to be part of our professional team. We strive to simulate a full-time job, enabling our interns to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, contribute to meaningful projects, build strong relationships with coworkers, and develop strategic problem-solving skills. Our program is highly selective, hosting only a handful of interns each year, ensuring personalized attention and ample opportunities to work closely with AV team members.
We are hiring for various roles and locations throughout the US, during the interview process we will be able to discuss specific details regarding team and location.
Summary
As an Aeromechanical Engineeri…
What you'd do
- Assist in the design and development of airframe structures and aeromechanical components for UAV systems
- Create and modify 3D CAD models and assemblies using SolidWorks
- Support basic mechanical analysis (kinematics, thermodynamics, stress, etc.) with guidance from senior engineers
- Participate in prototype fabrication, 3D printing, and lab testing
- Help create and revise engineering drawings, bills of materials, and documentation in compliance with industry standards
- Contribute to technical presentations and informal design reviews
- Learn about engineering trade-offs, material selection, and integration with multi-disciplinary systems
- Support design improvements and troubleshooting efforts on current programs
- Perform other duties as assigned to support engineering and development goals
- Ability to work in an office and light manufacturing environment (Constant)
What they want
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline
- Exposure to CAD tools such as SolidWorks for 3D modeling and assembly design
- Foundational understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, and materials
- Interest in air vehicles, robotics, or electromechanical systems
- Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Willingness to learn, ask questions, and contribute to team efforts
About AeroVironment
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Instituti…
- Starts
- 2026-09-01