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.
Skills Required
- Current enrollment at an accredited college or university with sophomore, junior, or senior standing
- Progress toward an undergraduate degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Mechanics
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
- Knowledge of engineering concepts, practices, and procedures
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
- Ability to work full-time onsite during summer 2027
- Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
- Ability to work part-time during the school year
- Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Ability to work independently with limited oversight from senior engineers
What We Do
Astronautics Corporation of America is a global leader in the design, development, and manufacture of secure and reliable avionics equipment and systems for commercial and military aerospace. Their product portfolio includes electronic primary flight and engine displays, mission computers, connectivity solutions, electronic flight bags, and certified servers. Since 1959, the company has provided tailored engineering solutions to support critical aircraft missions worldwide.
