Analytical Mechanics Associates · 4 hours ago
Mechanical Engineer Intern
Mountain View, CA
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$29.50/hr - $33.50/hrAnalytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is accepting applications for a summer internship position at NASA Ames Research Center in Mountain View, CA. The successful candidate will support the Entry Systems and Vehicle Development Branch by designing, developing, testing, and prototyping atmospheric Entry, Descent, and Landing (EDL) systems.
Research
Responsibilities
Design, prototyping, integration and testing of capsule ejection mechanisms and subsystems
Development and analysis of entry capsules for flight tests
CAD modeling and documentation of flight hardware designs
Fabrication and testing support for prototype entry vehicles
Collaboration with engineering teams on entry system technologies
Support for ground test campaigns and flight test preparations
Documentation of design analyses and test results
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled or attended within the last 6 months as an undergraduate or graduate student at an ABET-accredited university
Major in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering discipline
Demonstrated mechanical design and prototyping experience
CAD experience (SolidWorks, PTC/Creo, NX, or similar)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Preferred
Design for manufacturing experience
Hands-on experience with machine shop tools and fabrication methods
Experience with 3D printing and rapid prototyping
Experience with spaceflight hardware development concepts
Experience with mechanism design and multi-body dynamics analysis
Knowledge of aerospace structural design principles
Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) tools
Familiarity with systems integration and assembly processes
Understanding of aerodynamic vehicle design principles
Experience with entry system technologies or atmospheric flight vehicles
Knowledge of thermal and structural testing methods
Background in materials selection for aerospace applications
Familiarity with flight test operations and instrumentation
Experience with separation mechanisms or pyrotechnic devices
Knowledge of capsule recovery systems
Previous internship experience at NASA or aerospace industry
Involvement in student design competitions or hands-on engineering projects
Experience with composite materials and fabrication techniques
Benefits
Paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave
Salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting
Tuition reimbursement
Short/long term disability plans
A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options
Company
Analytical Mechanics Associates
Since 1962, AMA has worked with government and commercial organizations solving tough engineering, math, and business problems.
Founded in 1962
501-1000 employees
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John Abrams
Chief Executive Officer
Jamie Greer
HR Business Partner
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