Mechanical Engineer Intern - Spring/Summer 2027

Sierra Lobo • Milan, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Sierra Lobo, Inc. is seeking a motivated intern with a strong work ethic and an interest in mechanical engineering. The company provides professional and technical services in Test and Evaluation, Systems Engineering, and Advanced Technologies, and develops products and processes involving cryogenic fluid and thermal management systems, densified propellant management systems, CubeSats, and extreme-pressure and temperature systems.

Based at the Milan, Ohio Technology Development and Engineering Center, this on-site internship is available in spring or summer 2027 and may be full-time or part-time. The intern will design, develop, test, and maintain mechanical components and subsystems for spacecraft and satellites, including structures, deployment mechanisms, propulsion hardware integration, avionics enclosures, ground support equipment, and robotics.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Enrolled in an ABET-accredited university and pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or a sufficiently relevant engineering discipline.
• At least two semesters of coursework completed before the start of work.
• Experience with CAD software.
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, or C/C++.
• U.S. citizenship, required due to ITAR, CUI, and other U.S. Government-imposed restrictions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Isaac Sim, ROS 2, and RViz is desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design component layouts and packaging, mechanical and structural interfaces, electronics housings, and mounting structures using CAD.
• Develop and test the precision, safety, and efficiency of robotics used in manufacturing, maintaining, and handling space technologies.
• Perform robotics simulation and training using Isaac Sim, ROS 2, Python, and C/C++.
• Conduct robotics testing using ROS 2, RViz, Python, and C/C++.
• Support sensor deployment using RViz, LiDAR, depth cameras, and odometry.
• Design and test robotic end effectors using CAD and Isaac Sim.
• Write technical reports and other documentation for engineering staff, management, and customers.
• Present designs and results at reviews and other technical meetings.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team, including electrical and aerospace disciplines, throughout project lifecycles to ensure requirements are fulfilled.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern