Student: Mechanical Engineering Assistant

Space Dynamics Laboratory • North Logan, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) team, where you'll contribute to groundbreaking innovations! We are seeking applicants for a Mechanical Engineering Assistant to join our Strategic & Military Space (SMS) Division.

The Strategic & Military Space Division delivers advanced satellite and sensor systems that support the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. Our division is a key component of national security, providing technological solutions and expert mission support. Become part of a team dedicated to making a tangible contribution to our nation’s defense capabilities.

This position is onsite, non-remote in our North Logan, UT location.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
• Must be enrolled at Utah State University (USU) pursuing a mechanical engineering or closely related degree
• Must have at least one year of school remaining
• Must be available to work 20 hours per week during semesters and up to 40 hours per week during summer
• Must be able to work graveyard shifts and weekends when required for testing
• Must have successfully completed an engineering CAD course with a B grade or higher
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work closely in a team with students and professionals
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues
• Ability to take ownership for tasks and take responsibility for outcomes
• Ability to make and maintain accountability to a work schedule
• Must be self-motivated, dependable, and detail oriented
• Hands-on experience with basic tools

Nice To Haves

• Any machine shop or fabrication experience
• Experience and interest in drafting metallic parts and assemblies for fabrication
• Finite element experience
• Long term interest in solid mechanics and precision structures
• Long term interest in thermal (radiative and conductive) analysis
• Long term interest in precision design and fabrication

Responsibilities

• Assists with the design, analysis, fabrication, and assembly of prototype, engineering units, flight-like, and ground support equipment (GSE) hardware
• Reports on and presents work results
• Assists with the testing of related hardware
• Assists with creating drawings and travelers, parts tracking, and kitting
• Creates test procedures and reports

Benefits

• SDL provides unique opportunities for student employees to develop real-world experience and knowledge beyond the classroom through our Student Scholar Program. This program offers monthly technical workshops, outreach activities, and academic stipends to eligible student employees.
• All SDL student employees are invited to participate in the program to expand their professional network while supporting SDL's mission.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed