Internship conversion position for the Mechanical Design and Analysis section within xLab. The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Generate CAD designs and drawings using SolidWorks
- Work with machine shop on manufacturability of designs
- Perform structural analysis using ANSYS
- Support senior engineers in completing more complex tasks
- Support the built and test of prototype design
- Create reports and presentations in Word or PowerPoint to share within and outside xLab
- Responsible for assigned project completion and delivery to customer
- Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned as needed
- Training and mentorship will be provided
What You Need to be Successful
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university program in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or other discipline (pursuing or conferred within last 12 months)
- 0-1 year of industry work experience
- Prior internship at The Aerospace Corporation
- Familiarity with Mechanical Design
- Familiarity with SolidWorks
- Willing to travel domestically approx. 10% of time.
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which is issued by the US government. U.S citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.
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How You Can Stand Out
It would be impressive if you have one or more of these:
- 1-2 years of experience in Mechanical Design
- Familiarity with GD&T for drawing tolerancing
- Familiarity with machining processes and welding standards
- Familiarity with structural analysis using software such as ANSYS or NASTRAN
We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. The grade-based pay range for this job is listed below. Individual salaries within that range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge and skills.
(Min - Max)
$90,000.00 - $100,000.00
Pay Basis: Annual
Leadership Competencies
Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. At Aerospace, our commitment is our people. To cultivate our talent and ensure that we have a strong pipeline of future leaders, we want individuals who:
- Operate Strategically
- Lead Change
- Engage with Impact
- Foster Innovation
- Deliver Results
Ways We Reward Our Employees
During your interview process, our team will provide details of our industry-leading benefits.
Benefits vary and are applicable based on Job Type. A few highlights include:
Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect
We are all unique, from various backgrounds and all walks of life, yet one thing bonds all of us to each other—the belief that we can make a difference. This core belief empowers us to do our best work at The Aerospace Corporation.
