About the role#
The Mechanical Engineer Intern will assist with the design, analysis, and development of mechanical and structural systems for wind tunnel and hypersonic ground test facilities. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to gain exposure to custom equipment design, fluid systems, structural analysis, and manufacturing processes.
What you'll do#
- Assist with the design and development of mechanical components and subsystems, including steel structures, piping, mechanisms, and process equipment.
- Support 3D CAD modeling and the preparation of engineering drawings, bills of materials, and procurement specifications.
- Perform engineering calculations and finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate structural performance and validate designs.
- Research materials, components, and manufacturing methods to support design decisions.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, such as design criteria, calculation packages, and technical reports.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, procurement personnel, and fabrication teams to support equipment development and assembly.
- Review vendor information and help resolve design or manufacturing issues.
- Participate in engineering design reviews and project meetings to communicate progress and discuss technical challenges.
- Support equipment installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
- Assist with project planning, cost estimates, and proposal development for future work.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline at an accredited university.
- Coursework or project experience in mechanical design, structural analysis, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, or materials.
- Basic understanding of 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawings.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and communicate progress effectively.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and a willingness to learn.
- Eligibility to obtain required U.S. Government authorizations under export control regulations.
- Experience with SolidWorks, ANSYS, or other CAD and engineering analysis software is helpful.
- Familiarity with fabrication processes, fluid systems, or geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) is a plus.
- Interest in wind tunnel testing, aerospace engineering, or hypersonic technologies.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship based on-site in Tullahoma, Tennessee.
- The term is rolling.
About North Wind
North Wind operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company provides hypersonic and mission-critical research, development, test, and evaluation services. It maintains five business segments that cover test facility design, flight testing, and system components. Founded in 2024, the company is based in St. Paul, Minnesota. It employs approximately 202 people.
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