Mechanical Engineering Intern

Join our Oak Creek, WI team as a Mechanical Engineering Intern ! Our internships are hands on, highly technical, and designed to let you see what it's like to work at Astronautics. This is a paid undergraduate intern opportunity. As an engineering intern, you will work closely with our engineering staff on actual customer projects. Our summer intern program consists of at least 10 weeks of real-world experience in an engineering development environment.

In addition to mechanical engineering, we have open opportunities in data security, process, software and systems engineering this summer. Mentors are assigned to assist interns in achieving engineering related career development that is of mutual benefit to you and Astronautics. Our internship program includes events and opportunities to meet other interns and employees across the organization.

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you may perform the following design activities with oversight and guidance from senior staff members:

• Mechanical Design/Packaging activities including requirements capture, conceptual design, thermal and model analysis, and implementation (3-D models)
• Verification activities including test definition, test execution, thermal surveys, and review of design life cycle artifacts
• Integration activities including the integration and troubleshooting of mechanical assemblies in a lab environment, support of vibration and thermal qualification tests

Desired Skills:

• Strong communication, analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Capability of working independently with limited oversight from senior engineers

Education and Experience:

Required Qualifications:

• Current accredited college or university enrollment with sophomore, junior or senior standing; making progress towards an undergraduate degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Mechanics
• Minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75
• Making knowledge of engineering concepts, practices & procedures
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools
• Able to work full-time onsite during the summer of 2027
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship

Desired Qualifications:

• Cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or above
• Ability to work part-time during the school year

Who We Are

Join a team that designs computers, displays, and electronic systems for aircraft of the future! At Astronautics, you will be part of a creative group of professionals who work on the cutting-edge of technology. We offer competitive pay and the opportunity for professional growth in a friendly environment.

Astronautics' key product areas include electronic primary flight and engine displays, connected aircraft and cyber solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers for airborne applications. Services include avionics system integration and custom software for critical applications. Since its founding in 1959, Astronautics has been providing trusted, reliable, and tailored solutions to help customers achieve mission success. Astronautics is the parent company of Kearfott Corporation, headquartered in Pine Brook, New Jersey.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.