Structural or Thermal Analysis Engineer Intern/Co-op, Spring 2027 - 105QE

Quartus Engineering • Herndon, VA

1d • $24 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, onsite opportunity during Spring 2027, with a minimum commitment of 3 months (~March-May) or a 6-month option (~March-Aug). The position is based in Herndon, VA. Quartus Engineering Incorporated is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics, structural, thermal, and coupled analyses. We couple our engineering analysis capabilities with design, prototype, integration and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value.

Requirements

• Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors currently enrolled at a four-year institution or newly graduated students enrolled in a Masters program.
• Majoring in an Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related field.
• Interested in solving structural analysis problems across a wide variety of domains via Finite Element Analysis (FEA) OR interested in solving challenging on-orbit heat transfer problems using thermal analysis.
• Proactive, open-minded, eager to learn and willing to work hard as part of a team.
• Available full time for specified term (40 hours per week).
• Must be a US Person (US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident).

Nice To Haves

• Students interested in working in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Students excited about assisting on a variety of projects to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis-driven design through building structural and thermal simulations.
• Perform optimization and redesign.
• Correlate simulations to match testing.
• Deliver results for customers.
• Participate in the design process by creating drawings, models, or simulations.
• Assist in analyzing designs.
• Work alongside engineers to contribute to the advancement of projects, including conducting research and gathering data.
• Help with hands-on assembly and building prototypes of designs.
• Support in conducting tests to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Assist in documenting project progress, including creating reports, drawings, and specifications.
• Maintain records of test results and design changes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineers from different disciplines, as well as project managers and other stakeholders.
• Work on troubleshooting and solving engineering problems as they arise.

Benefits

• Intern/Co-op pay range for students pursuing a Bachelor's degree: $24.00 - 28.00/hour
• Intern/Co-op pay range for students pursuing a Master's degree: $28.00 - 32.00/hour
• May be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.

What This Job Offers

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