Student: Mechanical Design Assistant

Space Dynamics Laboratory•North Logan, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Utah State University student in engineering or a related field to assist full-time mechanical designers. This is a year-round position, not a summer internship or temporary role. Students design their schedule each semester to accommodate their classes and generally keep their position until they graduate, with the possibility of retention for up to one semester after graduation while applying for full-time positions. SDL offers a Student Scholar Program providing unique opportunities for student employees to develop real-world experience and knowledge beyond the classroom, including monthly technical workshops, outreach activities, and academic stipends. SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions for national security and scientific discovery, specializing in satellites, sensors, ground systems, data processing, and autonomous systems for missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. The company fosters a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability, emphasizing open-mindedness, diverse perspectives, thoughtful dialogue, knowledge sharing, and integrity.

Requirements

Must be a Utah State University student with a minimum of one year completed working toward an ungraduated or graduate degree in engineering or a related field
Must have at least one year remaining in school
Must be able to work on-site in North Logan, Utah
Must be available to 15- 20 hours per week during semesters with the possibility of more hours being available during summer
Extreme attention to detail with high level of craftsmanship
Effective organizational and communication skills
Experience with CAD software, 3D printing, and MS Office
Ability to work flexible hours working occasional nights and weekends
Demonstrated ability to stay on task without supervision
Strong commitment to safety protocols and a risk-conscious mindset
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., or other U.S. person

Nice To Haves

2+ years of school remaining
Experience with Solid Edge, SolidWorks, or NX
Experience with Cura, OrcaSlicer, or other slicing software

Responsibilities

Engineering-prototype part generation operating SDL’s 3D printer
Prepping parts for use in prototype form (may require sanding and fitting)
Performing basic 3D printer maintenance
Maintaining the consumables inventory
Receiving work orders and scheduling parts for printing
Documenting billing records
Interfacing with vendors for non-user serviceable maintenance and upgrades
Maintaining CAD common parts and materials databases
Keeping common parts library accurate in-sync with SDL’s inventory database
Creating new common parts as needed using parametric design
Keeping materials library up-to-date and relevant for both CAD and CAE software
Entry-level drafting
Producing basic mechanical drawings accurately communicating design intent for fabrication and archival purposes under the supervision of a Mechanical Designer or Engineer
Updating and maintaining CAD templates