Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2025 (2024-010 TFT)
Astronics Subsidiary Astronics AES
Location Kirkland, WA
Description
**This is an on-site position. Candidates local to the greater Seattle/Kirkland, WA area highly desired. Relocation support is not available for this position.**
The objective for the Mechanical Engineering Intern will be to work with our engineering team as we develop new electrical power systems products that support AES being a world-recognized leader in aircraft electrical power systems for small to mid-sized business jets, UAVs and rotorcraft. The key performance objectives for this position are described below.
**JOB SUMMARY**
Apply your creative ability, engineering skills and judgments into action. Use engineering principles to help create products for the aerospace industry. Work as a member of a team in the planning, implementation and completion of projects using your fundamental mechanical engineering skills.
**DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**
Under the supervision of experienced engineers, you will be responsible for mechanical engineering activities to support various products and processes. Opportunities may exist in the areas of Product Development/Design, Product Support and Research. Responsibilities may include:
+ Prototype design solutions (in house 3D printing and benchtop CNC available)
+ Conduct tests to evaluate hardware solutions
+ Design product components, or hardware, from detailed concept descriptions
+ Explore various software tools such as SolidWorks, SolidWorks Flow Sim and ANSYS
+ Develop hands-on lab skills assembling hardware, environmental testing, and fit checks.
+ Collaborate with other engineering interns on an intern led project.
**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**
**Education/Experience:**
+ Requires 3 years of college level courses focusing on mechanical engineering with a preference to emphasis on thermal related computational fluid dynamics and or vibrational dynamics.
**ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS**
+ Must be a US Person (under ITAR rules) to be eligible
+ An offer of employment is contingent on successfully passing a drug test and background check. Applicants who do not successfully pass both the drug test and background check will not be considered for employment.
**ACCOMMODATION REQUEST**
Astronics AES is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call: 425-881-1700. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
**Base salary is $28.00 per hour and this position is eligible for holiday pay.**
Position Requirements
See above
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
About the Organization Astronics Corporation (Nasdaq: ATRO) serves the world's aerospace, defense, and other mission critical industries with proven, innovative technology solutions. Astronics works side-by-side with customers, integrating its array of power, connectivity, lighting, structures, interiors, and test technologies to solve complex challenges. For 50 years, Astronics has delivered creative, customer-focused solutions with exceptional responsiveness. Today, global airframe manufacturers, airlines, military branches, completion centers, and Fortune 500 companies rely on the collaborative spirit and innovation of Astronics.
We offer our breadth of technology solutions and services through 11 subsidiary business units and numerous award-winning product brands. Serving our customers is our first priority, and every day we honor this mission with quality, partnership, and energetic global vision.
EOE Statement Astronics is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
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