Space Technology, Aerospace, Data Analytics

Mechanical Intern (Summer 27)

Ottawa, ONOnsiteInternshipJunior / Entry-levelPosted 6 days ago

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Required skills

Mechanical Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
spacecraft systems
spacecraft hardware
mechanical structures
mechanisms
assemblies
build
CAD modeling
statics

Nice to have

creative problem solver
first-principles thinking
risk assessment
decision making
nimble
technical engineering role

Role summary

Spaceium is seeking a Mechanical Intern to join their spacecraft systems engineering team. This hands-on role involves supporting the design, analysis, build, and testing of mechanical structures, mechanisms, and assemblies for spacecraft. Responsibilities include CAD modeling, assisting with mechanism design, building test setups, supporting analysis tasks, and contributing to documentation. The ideal candidate is pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, has familiarity with CAD tools and basic engineering principles, and possesses a strong desire to learn in a fast-paced startup environment. Preferred skills include experience with personal projects, machining, 3D printing, GD&T, and analysis.

At Spaceium, we are building spacecraft systems designed to push the boundaries of what's possible in orbit. As a Mechanical Intern, you will work alongside our mechanical engineering team on real spacecraft hardware. This is a hands-on role where you will contribute to the design, analysis, build, and testing of the mechanical structures, mechanisms, and assemblies critical to our missions.

Responsibilities

Support mechanical design and CAD modeling for spacecraft components, structures, and assemblies

Assist with the design of mechanisms, brackets, fixtures, and structural elements

Help build and maintain test setups, fixtures, and ground support equipment

Support structural, thermal, and tolerance analysis tasks

Assist with machining, fabrication, and 3D printing of parts

Assist with assembly, integration, and testing of mechanical hardware

Contribute to documentation, test reports, and design reviews

Collaborate with electrical, software, fluids, and systems engineers

Basic Qualifications

Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

Familiarity with CAD tools (SolidWorks, NX, Fusion 360, or similar)

Basic understanding of statics, dynamics, materials, and manufacturing

Eagerness to learn and work in a fast-paced startup environment

What We're Looking For

We're building technology that hasn't been done before. Experience is helpful, but curiosity, drive, and the ability to learn quickly matter more. If you're excited about spacecraft, enjoy solving hard engineering problems, and want to help build something new, we encourage you to apply.

Preferred Skills

Creative problem solver with strong first-principles thinking, capable of assessing risk and making decisions with limited data.

Experience in a nimble, technical engineering role, with a scrappy, entrepreneurial approach to meeting tight time or budget constraints.

Hands-on experience with personal or academic mechanical projects, especially student design teams (rocketry, FSAE, robotics)

Experience machining, 3D printing, or building and testing real hardware

Familiarity with GD&T and design for manufacturability

Exposure to structural or thermal analysis (FEA)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Additional Requirements

Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones.

This role requires a physical presence at the Ottawa facility.

Please submit any exciting project that you have worked on.

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