Impulse Space
Avionics Mechanical Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)
2651 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
On-site · Internship · $32/hr (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 7, 2026
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Responsibilities
- Evaluate requirements, develop mechanical design, generate drawings for various avionics systems and devices
- Conduct design reviews to gain cross-disciplinary consensus on design validity
- Design products for ease of manufacture, and work with suppliers to get parts fabricated
- Perform hand calculations and FEA to predict system performance
- Analyze structural modes, thermal performance, and other critical aspects of avionics devices
- Develop and document efficient build processes, work with technicians to improve instructions
Minimum Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
- Experience designing mechanical components in CAD software
- Understanding of static loads and methods of heat transfer
- Understanding of fabrication methods, such as CNC milling and 3D printing
- Familiarity working hands-on with basic shop tools
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and learn new skills
- Ability to communicate technical challenges, explain rationale and/or resolve concerns
Preferred Skills and Experience
- Experience using NX and Ansys Mechanical
- Understanding of EMI shielding design
- Understanding of the basics of vibrations and associated analysis
- Experience working on a team with a mix of mechanical and electrical engineers
Additional Requirements:
- Willing and able to work on-site in Redondo Beach, CA for the duration of the internship
- This position may require overtime hours; interns are eligible for overtime pay.
Additional Information:
Compensation bands are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of stock options, and access to medical, vision & dental coverage as well as access to a 401(k) retirement plan.
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 here.
Impulse Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Impulse Space 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/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.