About the role#
We are looking for a design engineer to support the Space Launch System Project at the Marshall Space Flight Center. This internship focuses on the adapters connecting the core stage and the Orion spacecraft.
What you'll do#
- Conduct design trade studies.
- Create technical drawings.
- Perform tolerance stack-ups to support design tasks.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate or graduate student.
- Experience with CAD software.
- Proficiency in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
- Status as a US citizen.
- Major in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering.
Location & details#
- Location: Huntsville, Alabama.
- Term: Summer 2027 (June 7 to August 13).
- Work modality: On-site.
- Status: Full-time and paid.
About NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is a government agency founded in 1958. It conducts research and development in aeronautics, space exploration, and science. The organization operates from various locations across the United States, including its headquarters in Washington, DC. With over 53,000 employees, it manages missions involving rockets, spacecraft, and Earth observation.
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