Mechanical Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Astronics Corporation

1d•$28 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Astronics Advanced Electrical Systems (AES) is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to join its Mechanical Engineering Team at the Kirkland, Washington facility. This is a paid, full-time, on-site internship. Candidates local to the greater Seattle/Kirkland area are strongly preferred; relocation support is not available. The intern will work in the Cabin Electronics Product Group, contributing to development of in-seat power systems for the commercial airline industry. The EmPower® product line provides scalable power solutions for aircraft passenger cabins and flight decks and is used by more than 280 airlines, IFE suppliers, and major aircraft OEM manufacturers worldwide. With guidance and mentorship from experienced engineering staff, the intern will apply engineering principles to design, evaluate, and support aerospace product development. Work may focus on product development and design, product support, or research and testing. The internship provides hands-on experience with engineering design, testing, prototyping, and laboratory activities.

Requirements

Be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university program and have completed at least three years of coursework by the start of Summer 2027.
Pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
Have strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
Be able to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload effectively.
Demonstrate problem-solving skills and the ability to process complex inputs using logical reasoning.
Be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote.
Have clear and efficient written and verbal communication skills.
Be proactive and self-motivated, able to work autonomously while collaborating and seeking guidance from senior technical staff as needed.
Meet the ITAR definition of a U.S. Person: U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, or U.S. Permanent Resident.
Successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening, including cannabis screening.

Nice To Haves

Emphasis in thermal-related computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and/or vibrational dynamics.
Experience designing printed circuit boards and cooling techniques for electronic equipment.
Local residence in the greater Seattle/Kirkland, Washington area.

Responsibilities

Develop and prototype design solutions using in-house resources such as 3D printing and a benchtop CNC machine.
Conduct tests to evaluate hardware solutions and performance characteristics in support of design objectives.
Design product components or hardware based on detailed concept descriptions provided by the engineering team.
Explore and use engineering tools including SolidWorks, SolidWorks Flow Simulation, and ANSYS.
Build hands-on laboratory skills through hardware assembly, environmental testing, and fit checks.