Sierra Nevada Corporation · 4 months ago
Mechanical Engineer Intern - Summer 2026
Plano, TX
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$16.48/hr - $28.84/hr
Start in 2026 SummerSierra Nevada Corporation is a global leader in aerospace and national security, known for its innovative solutions and commitment to excellence. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer Intern for the summer of 2026, offering hands-on experience with real projects under the mentorship of industry experts. The internship provides an opportunity to learn fundamental business processes while contributing to actual project teams in a collaborative environment.
AerospaceCyber SecurityHardwareNavigationProduct DesignSecuritySoftware
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Ask questions and get involved in projects
Bring ideas and participate in actual project teams
Attend planning meetings and complete assignments as tasked by your team
Absorb and learn from your team and apply that learning to projects assigned
Learn fundamental business processes and procedures
Build technical foundation through practice and mentorship
Participate in cross-functional workshops and meetings with leadership
Qualification
Required
Must be a Sophomore, Junior or Senior in college or technical school, with at least 6 months until graduation after end of internship
The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio
Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment
Strong organization skills and work ethic; detail oriented
Preferred
Pursuing a degree in engineering or a related discipline
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
401(k) with 150% match up to 6%
Life insurance
3 weeks paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sierra Nevada Corporation is an aerospace and defense contractor.
Founded in 1963
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Reifenberg
Senior Director of Technology - Entrepreneurship
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