Intern, Mechanical Engineer [Propulsion]

Odys Aviation • Long Beach, CA

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About The Position

Odys Aviation is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support the Propulsion Team. In this role, you’ll work closely with full-time engineers to design, build, and integrate mechanical hardware that supports electric and hybrid-electric propulsion systems, including motors, generators, inverters, and cooling hardware.
This is a hands-on internship where you’ll own real engineering tasks and contribute directly to flight hardware development—from CAD to parts in hand to vehicle integration and testing.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• Comfortable designing hardware using CAD (NX, SolidWorks, or similar)
• Familiarity with common manufacturing processes; hands-on fabrication experience strongly preferred
• Enjoys being hands-on—designing, building, and integrating real hardware
• Able to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and ask good questions when needed
• Strong curiosity, attention to detail, and desire to make a meaningful impact

Nice To Haves

• Participation in student project teams (UAVs, Formula SAE, robotics, rocketry, etc.)
• Experience with rapid prototyping (3D printing, basic machining, shop tools)
• Interest in propulsion systems, electric powertrains, or flight hardware

Responsibilities

• Design and update propulsion mechanical components and assemblies as we transition from prototype builds to low-rate production
• Help resolve design, fit and integration issues discovered during early builds
• Implement design improvements to simplify assembly, improve repeatability and reduce build time
• Create and maintain CAD models and drawings, following process to ensure traceability of design changes
• Assist with prototype and production hardware fabrication and assembly, learning firsthand how designs translate to the shop floor
• Develop work instructions, fixtures or tooling as needed to support assembly
• Support bench testing and hardware troubleshooting alongside propulsion engineers
• Document design changes, build feedback and lessons learned to support production ramp up

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern