Mechanical Engineer Co-Op Spring 2027

About the role#

Specter Aerospace is seeking a Mechanical Engineer Co-Op for a 4-6+ month cycle to contribute to the vehicle development team. Co-ops are provided with the same resources and project ownership as full-time staff members, working closely with experienced engineers and scientists on projects critical to the company mission.

What you'll do#

• Design subsystems and parts for hypersonic flight vehicles.
• Take ownership of specific vehicle subsystems.
• Create drawings for manufacturing release.
• Perform analysis of components within a flight vehicle.
• Design and manufacture components.
• Work across disciplines to optimize novel flight systems to meet performance requirements.

What you'll need#

• Current enrollment in a Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering program.
• Prior experience using CAD software, with SolidWorks preferred.
• Fundamental understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including statics, materials, and thermo/fluids.
• Hands-on experience in a technical shop, lab, or student organization.
• Ability to work with project autonomy.
• U.S. Citizenship is required to be eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Location & details#

• Location: Peabody, Massachusetts.
• Term: Summer 2027.
• Work Modality: On-site.
• Employment Type: Full-time co-op.
• Compensation: $23-$30 per hour.