About the role#
Toyon Research Corporation is hiring a Mechanical Engineering Intern to join our Aerospace Division Development Engineering Group in Goleta, California. This is a full-time, on-site, paid summer internship for 2027. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to support the design, development, assembly, and testing of electromechanical systems for aerospace applications.
What you'll do#
- Support the design and development of novel electromechanical systems.
- Assist with the assembly and testing of hardware for aerospace projects.
- Work alongside experienced engineers on practical tasks.
- Document technical work and communicate your results to the team.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Interest in mechanical design, structures, and mechanisms.
- Familiarity with 3D CAD software, with preference for SolidWorks or Creo.
- Basic understanding of engineering drawings, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Experience with prototyping, machining, 3D printing, assembly, or laboratory testing is a plus.
- Ability to be self-motivated and detail-oriented while collaborating with others.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Ability to qualify for a U.S. Department of War security clearance is required.
Location & details#
- Location: Goleta, CA (On-site)
- Term: Summer 2027
- Compensation: $24.00 to $58.00 per hour
About Toyon Research Corporation
Toyon Research Corporation is a defense and space manufacturing firm founded in 1980. The company employs over 275 people across offices in California, Virginia, Colorado, Alabama, and Utah. It specializes in areas such as RF systems, antenna design, machine learning, and modeling. The business is privately held and employee-owned.
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