Summer Intern, Mechanical Engineering

LTA Research • Sunnyvale, CA

1d • $28 - $33

About The Position

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will work directly with engineers in the Mechanical Engineering Team in which your project outcomes will influence the LTA mission to revitalize and revolutionize next-generation rigid airships. The preferred candidate is an experienced student who exhibits abilities in project ownership and creative problem solving while learning from feedback in a rapidly changing research and development engineering environment. In addition to a strong technical ability, we are looking for positivity in challenging circumstances, an eagerness to collaborate, and a supportive determination toward LTA Vision and Guiding Principals.

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Demonstrated proficiency using 3D CAD modeling and drawing software to design and document both simple and complex parts, assemblies, and drawings.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in an engineering environment.
• A passion for building things!

Nice To Haves

• Solidworks experience.
• Experience working within an iterative or collaborative engineering design process.
• Ability to create designs that are manufacturable (DFM / DFA / DFX).
• Two-dimensional and three-dimensional rapid prototyping exposure.
• Ability to operate basic manual and power hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop mechanical solutions to complex engineering scenarios using formulae, testing, and prototyping starting from concept through production and integration.
• Become intimately familiar with the system or subsystem being worked on
• Communicate project progress to a diverse and varying audience utilizing collaborative messaging and presentation strategies.
• Provide fixture, component, assembly, and system documentation including but not limited to: CAD models, drawings, requirements, specifications, and procedures.
• Oversee, troubleshoot, and assist in the prototyping, manufacturing, and validation of engineered fixtures, components, assemblies, and systems while prioritizing outcomes.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, ~75% for dependents)
• Company-paid life, AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance
• Parental leave
• Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays
• Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions
• Fun events, swag, and the occasional airship ride
• An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern