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Mechanical Engineer - Co-op

Gardena, CAOnsiteInternshipEntry-level (exp-based)Posted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • Mechanical Engineering
  • internship
  • CAD system
  • Solidworks
  • Siemens NX
  • PC Creo
  • engineering first principles
  • autonomously driven
  • demanding atmosphere
  • GPA 2.7

Nice to have

  • 12+ months experience
  • prototyping
  • manufacturing tools
  • GPA 3.0
  • cross-functional teams

Role summary

Seeking a Mechanical Engineer student for a co-op position in Los Angeles. This role involves designing, prototyping, analyzing, testing, and developing hardware for missile launch systems. The ideal candidate will have 6+ months of relevant internship or work experience, proficiency in CAD software like Solidworks, and a strong understanding of engineering first principles. This is a fast-paced startup environment offering mentorship from industry leaders. Must be currently enrolled in an engineering degree program with a minimum GPA of 2.7.

We are seeking a mechanical engineer student with a 6 months+ of internships/work experience in a role relevant to mechanical engineering. Out of our Los Angeles headquarters, you will design, prototype, analyze, test, and develop hardware to support our defense-focused missile launch systems. A successful candidate will receive mentorship from experienced engineers and leaders in the aerospace and defense industry. You will be part of a fast-paced startup culture where innovation, teamwork, and rapid development are at the forefront.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or university (Undergraduate student or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program)
  • Pursuing Mechanical, Aerospace, Thermal Fluids, Structural or similar Engineering degree
  • 6+ months of relevant internship, co-op, or work experience
  • Experience with a CAD system such as Solidworks, Siemen’s NX, PC Creo etc.
  • Strong understanding of engineering first principles
  • Ability to work in a fast paced, autonomously driven, and demanding atmosphere
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • GPA of 2.7 or above

Preferred Experience:

  • 12+ months of relevant internship, co-op, or work experience
  • Extracurricular or project experience using prototyping/manufacturing tools
  • GPA of 3.0 or above
  • Demonstrated ability to work within cross-functional teams

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

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