Mechanical Engineering Intern; Part Time

Job Overview

We are looking for a spacecraft mechanical engineering intern to join the Orion Space team for a year‑around internship in 2026. Orion Space Solutions (OSS), a subsidiary of Arcfield Corporation, leads the development of small satellites, scientific payloads, instruments, and software packages.

• Assist the mechanical engineering team with tasks related to the design and development of new spacecraft technologies
• CAD design and drawing creation
• Prototype 3D printing
• Laboratory work
• Vibration testing, thermal vacuum testing, and sub‑system assembly
• Thermal analysis and Thermal Desktop analysis
• Creating structural finite element models (FEM) using FEMAP
• General engineering analysis
• Generating documentation and presenting designs/results
• Participating in technical reviews

• Practical experience in professional aerospace engineering
• Shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with experienced professionals
• Opportunity to participate in the design and development of spacecraft
• Competitive pay

• Currently enrolled in an engineering undergraduate or graduate degree program
• Entry‑level experience in mechanical engineering
• Knowledge of dynamics, mechanics, and thermal concepts
• Familiarity with CAD systems and design principles
• Basic engineering mathematical analysis skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Intern hourly rates:
Min $22 / hr – Max $28 / hr. Additional benefits may be available depending on the position, including health insurance, life insurance, paid time off, holiday pay, disability coverage, retirement savings, and learning and development opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.