Mechanical Engineering Intern/Co-op

HII•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

This opportunity resides with Warfare Systems (WS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. Warfare Systems comprises cyber and mission IT; electronic warfare; and C5ISR systems. HII works within our nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend our interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Our capabilities in cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development uniquely enable us to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and federal agency partners. Job Description We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineering Intern or Co-op to join our team. In this role, you will support engineers on real-world projects involving design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing support. This position is ideal for students who are eager to apply classroom knowledge in a practical environment, gain hands-on experience, and develop professional engineering skills.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a degree in Engineering or related field.
Completion of foundational engineering coursework (e.g., statics, dynamics, materials, thermodynamics).
Familiarity with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCAD.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Willingness to learn, ask questions, and participate actively in engineering discussions.

Nice To Haves

Experience with lab work, hands-on projects, or student engineering organizations (e.g., ASME, SAE, robotics teams).
Exposure to engineering software such as MATLAB, Python, FEA tools, or simulation environments.
Prior internship or co-op experience (not required).

Responsibilities

Assist with mechanical design tasks including CAD modeling, drafting, and design reviews.
Support engineering analyses such as stress analysis, tolerance stack-ups, thermal evaluations, or fluid mechanics applications.
Participate in prototype fabrication, assembly, and testing activities.
Collect, organize, and interpret test data, preparing clear documentation and reports.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and project engineering.
Help maintain engineering documentation such as BOMs, drawings, and specifications.
Perform research, benchmarking, and engineering calculations as needed.