Mechanical Engineer - Intern

MAG Aerospace • Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

10h • $20 - $30

About The Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Mechanical Engineer Intern to support the design, development, testing, and integration of mechanical systems and components. This role is ideal for a student who is passionate about applying engineering principles to solve real‑world technical challenges while gaining hands‑on experience in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials, statics/dynamics, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with basic mechanical test equipment and hands‑on prototyping.
• Coursework or project experience with CAD/analysis tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, ANSYS, MATLAB, or similar).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and seek feedback proactively.
• Ability to attain a Secret clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship or project experience working on real‑world mechanical systems or hardware development.
• Existing Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of mechanical components, assemblies, and mechanisms.
• Support testing, evaluation, and validation of mechanical systems and prototypes.
• Create and update 3D models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation.
• Perform data collection, measurement, and analysis using mechanical test equipment such as calipers, strain gauges, force/torque instruments, and environmental test setups.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical, software, and systems engineering.
• Help develop prototypes, mechanical fixtures, and test setups.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute ideas to improve reliability, performance, and manufacturability.
• Support failure analysis and root‑cause investigations on mechanical components and assemblies.

Benefits

• At MAG Aerospace, we value your contributions providing our employees with a robust Total Rewards package that supports your total well-being.
• Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in MAG's Total Rewards programs.
• Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits as well as paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance.
• Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits.
• We encourage you to learn more about our Total Rewards Program by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site: https://www.magaero.com/benefits/.
• Salary at MAG Aerospace is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.
• The estimated hourly rate range for this role is $20/hr to $30/hr.
• The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MAG's total compensation package for employees.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees