Mechanical Engineer Intern

Virginia Commercial Space • Wallops Island, VA

40d • $0 - $22 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Virginia Spaceport Authority Internship Program offers students the opportunity to apply their education to real-world challenges through meaningful, hands-on projects. Top candidates are well-rounded students from a variety of backgrounds who demonstrate inquisitiveness, team-orientation, excellence, and resilience. At the time of application, candidates must be degree-seeking students enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited educational institution on at least a half-time basis. This position supports the overall technical direction and design of systems at all MARS facilities.

Requirements

• Must be a degree seeking student enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited educational institution on at least a half-time basis.
• Bachelor's Degree (Rising Senior Preferred) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Valid driver's license is necessary when operating a vehicle while on agency business.
• Comprehensive understanding of mechanical engineering basics, 3D modeling, and a strong willingness to learn complex mechanical and fluidic systems.
• Familiar with basics of system design, construction, activation, and operation.
• 3D Modeling in Solidworks or comparable software.
• Thermal analysis calculation experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or related programs.
• Time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates high professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for issuance of a NASA credential.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with mechanical system modeling and builds from either hobbies or educational labs is preferred.
• SharePoint experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designs and system reviews to verify systems are designed in accordance with national codes and standards, as well as verifying the system performance is optimal for requested need.
• Assist in requirements development with customers to verify requests are within available system operating parameters with proper margins.
• Work with Operations and Maintenance Team to perform system activation, initial data analysis, system fine tuning, and assist in root cause analysis for non-conformances.
• Develop and review 3D models and analysis to verify system design is adequate and proper for operating conditions and customer requirements.
• Develop and review 3D models and drawing packages to verify system design is adequate and proper for operating conditions.
• Assist in task requirement development and task plans that include budget/cost estimates, schedule, and performance criteria, while maintaining compliance with all Management, Quality, and Safety Policies.
• Develop engineering documentation (3D models and drawing packages), technical calculations, and design review packages.
• Participate in field inspections and reviews to assess conformance with design and operational requirements.
• Perform field walkdowns to verify model dimensions are in alignment with equipment on the facilities.
• Independently think and develop solutions for issues associated with engineered systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern