Mechanical Analysis Engineering Intern
About The Position
Benchmark Space Systems is seeking a Mechanical Analysis Engineering Intern for summer 2027. The intern will work closely with engineers to design, build, and test in-space propulsion products for small satellites, gaining experience with engineering best practices, engineering software, and documenting and presenting results. The position is on-site at the company’s Burlington, Vermont location. Under senior-engineer supervision, the intern will perform mechanical analyses for commercial contracts and internal research and development projects, develop component- and system-level mechanical and thermal analysis models, and collaborate with Mechanical and Test Engineers to create and validate models. The intern will also work with an interdisciplinary engineering team on commercial-contract challenges and contribute to the design process, including requirements development, design reviews, component sourcing, test-plan development, and design revision.
Requirements
- Be enrolled in an accredited college or university and pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a closely related field.
- Qualify as a U.S. Person under U.S. export control laws; visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future.
- Have proficiency with analysis software; Ansys Mechanical and Thermal Desktop are preferred.
- Have some exposure to generating engineering drawings and models for production.
- Be able to collaborate on system requirements and design development as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Be able to work in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, matrixed, cross-functional environment.
- Communicate technical problems and concepts effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.
Nice To Haves
- Previous internship or research experience in the space industry.
- Previous internship or research experience related to chemical propulsion or small satellite technologies.
- Aerospace, rocketry, or other engineering club experience.
- Experience working on a project that produced flight hardware.
Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical analyses in support of active commercial contracts and internal research and development projects under the supervision of senior engineers.
- Create component- and system-level mechanical and thermal analysis models as needed.
- Collaborate with Mechanical and Test Engineers to create and validate models.
- Work with an interdisciplinary engineering team to solve day-to-day challenges on commercial contracts.
- Contribute to requirements development, design reviews, component sourcing, test-plan development, and design revision.
- Communicate technical problems and concepts to technical and non-technical audiences through written, visual, and oral communication.
Benefits
- Interns are matched with a mentor in their chosen area of interest or study.
- Interns work directly with multiple engineers and participate in projects.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Housing assistance is available for out-of-state candidates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
