Mechanical Engineering Intern

Responsibilities

We are looking for a spacecraft mechanical engineering intern to join the Orion Space team for a 10-week long internship in the summer of 2026. Orion Space Solutions (OSS), a subsidiary of Arcfield corporation, is a leader in the development of small satellites, scientific payloads, instruments, and software packages.

The ideal candidate will have entry-level knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and be currently enrolled in a relevant engineering undergraduate or graduate degree program. This internship will be full-time, 40 hours per week, and in person at the OSS main facilities located in Louisville, Colorado. Interns will gain practical, hands‑on experience, working closely with engineering professionals from a wide variety of disciplines to develop the next generation of satellite technologies.

Interns will work closely with the mechanical engineering team and a designated mentor. In addition, interns will have the opportunity to shadow several important sub‑disciplines, including design, spacecraft architecture, thermal analysis, and structural analysis.

• Assist the mechanical engineering team with accomplishing tasks related to the design and development of new spacecraft technologies
• CAD Design
• Laboratory work
• Vibration testing, thermal vacuum testing, and sub‑system assembly
• Thermal analysis
• Thermal Desktop analysis
• Creating structural Finite Element Models (FEM) using FEMAP
• General engineering analysis
• Generating documentation & 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

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

This is the projected compensation range for this position. Intern hourly rates are determined based upon the technical/non‑technical nature of the position and years of experience/education. Min (Hourly): $22 Max (Hourly): $28. Additionally, Arcfield invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Arcfield’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long‑Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

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.