Mechanical Engineering Intern

Bring your passion for space! Redwire is accelerating humanity’s expansion into space by delivering reliable, economical and sustainable infrastructure for future generations. Redwire Space Missions team in Albuquerque, NM is innovating space mechanisms, multi‑payload launch adapters, structural testing, deployable composite booms, deployable space structures, R&D engineering, spacecraft thermal management components, and thermal analysis. With many more exciting projects on the horizon, we are looking for a Mechanical Engineering Intern to help create breakthrough manufacturing technologies for space and terrestrial spin‑offs. We will provide an 8‑week internship (time frame may be modified based on your availability). During this period you will participate in hands‑on projects aligned with our company goals, fully immersing you in our technology and culture. Responsibilities Function as our SolidWorks PDM librarian. Create COTS fasteners and other common components in SolidWorks and import into PDM. Adhere to all company CAD workflows and approvals. Work on various project tasks under direction of senior engineering staff and mentors in Structures and Mechanisms. Operate our 3D printers in support of business development. Apply engineering principles in areas of design, manufacturing, and test. Generate technical documentation, reporting, and presentations of design, test, and analysis results following company format. Operate in a professional and courteous manner. Expect to learn and grow every day as part of our team. Ideal Experience Currently enrolled at a nationally accredited university or college, pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or related disciplines. Competent with 3D CAD modeling using SolidWorks. Must be able to obtain a security clearance. Must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person as defined by ITAR regulations. Desired Skills Passionate about the space industry with high energy and desire to work in a collaborative environment. Creative, resourceful, open‑minded, and driven to succeed. Familiarity with 3D printers and SolidWorks. Involvement in related extracurricular activities or clubs. Prior internships, work experience, or certifications are a plus. Come grow with us as we innovate the next generation capabilities for a new era of space exploration and enjoy our highly competitive compensation package! Redwire is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Redwire is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status. All offers of employment at Redwire are contingent upon a thorough background check and your ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. Note that some positions will also require U.S. citizenship or the ability to obtain a security clearance due to requirements of a classified program. To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR. #J-18808-Ljbffr Redwire Space