Mechanical Engineering Intern

Capella Space • Louisville, CO

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanical Engineering team is responsible for designing and building the spacecrafts, prototypes, and fixtures at Capella. We are responsible for the full design life cycling starting from: requirement definition, concept development, analysis to validate design, drawings for production, assembling prototypes and flight articles, all the way to launch delivery. Team members will get to perform a variety of exciting tasks throughout the life cycle of the project. We are seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, analysis, testing, and integration of mechanical and aerospace hardware used in our SAR spacecrafts and ground systems. You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and gain hands-on exposure to the full lifecycle of spacecraft hardware development.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with CAD modeling software (SolidWorks, NX, Fusion 360, etc.).
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Currently attending a degree program and available to work full time for 10 weeks outside of university term time.
• In their penultimate academic year or returning to a degree program after completion of the internship.
• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Capella Employees must be a U.S. citizen, lawful U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Familiar with Solidworks.
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) tools (e.g. NASTRAN ANSYS).
• Familiarity with GD&T and engineering drawing standards.
• Hands-on experience with machining, 3D printing, or hardware prototyping.
• Exposure to spacecraft systems, robotics, or precision mechanical systems.
• Interest in small satellites, aerospace hardware, or Earth observation technology.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of mechanical components, assemblies, and tooling for satellite subsystems.
• Perform CAD modeling, drafting, and documentation using SolidWorks.
• Assist with structural, thermal, and vibration analyses under engineer supervision.
• Participate in prototype fabrication, assembly, and testing activities in lab and cleanroom environments.
• Conduct engineering tests, gather data, and prepare technical reports or presentations.
• Contribute to design reviews, trade studies, and design-for-manufacturability efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Systems, Thermal, Electrical, Manufacturing, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees