Mechanical Engineering Intern- Summer of

Job Description Mechanical Engineer Intern – Summer 2027

At Hidden Level, we’re building the future of airspace awareness through cutting-edge RF sensing technology. We design, manufacture, and deploy advanced sensor systems that deliver real-time insights for defense and commercial applications.

As we expand, we're looking for a Mechanical Engineer for Summer 2027. As an intern you will gain hands-on experience with our custom hardware products. You can expect to gain meaningful technical experience while helping us accelerate our product development, production, and deployment of our state-of-the-art sensor network.

Location: This position is onsite in the Syracuse, NY office.

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will…
Collaborate across engineering disciplines to design and develop advanced sensor products.
Use 3D solid modeling to design mechanical solutions for tightly controlled enclosures and fixtures
Assist with or perform structural, thermal, and other failure analyses to meet environmental and structural requirements
Optimize designs for feasibility, manufacturability, cost, thermal performance, strength-weight efficiency, and ease of assembly
Create and maintain cable assemblies/harnesses and other peripheral interface designs
Solve design challenges using a variety of materials and fabrication methods including plastics, composites, metals, 3D-printing, machining, etc.
Define, maintain, and communicate requirements to 3rd-party fabrication houses and work closely with them through component and product delivery
Perform design verification and integration of new components and support field testing
Author assembly instructions and drawings in support of in-house production
Aid with the management of bills of material (BOM) and other production and fabrication artifacts
Review hardware parts for obsolescence and identify suitable replacements
Assist with or provide information in support of project planning, execution, and oversight

Enrolled in an accredited degree program majoring in Mechanical Engineering.
Completed Sophomore year or greater by Summer 2027.
Recent transcript is required with application (unofficial transcripts are acceptable)
Some experience using 3D CAD modeling tools such as SolidWorks

Hourly Rate Range: The hourly rate range for this position is estimated at $23 to $26 per hour. Hidden Level considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.
We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
S. citizens can be considered for this position. Government Security Clearance, if required for the position. Please click here to review the National Security Clearance Adjudicative Guidelines.