Mechanical Engineering Intern/Co-Op [Propulsion Job Long Beach area,California USA,Engineering

Position: Mechanical Engineering Intern/Co-Op [Propulsion]

Mechanical Engineering Intern/Co-Op

Odys Aviation is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern/Co-Op to support the Propulsion Team. We are looking for someone who can work onsite at our Long Beach office 30-40 hrs/week for at least 10 weeks.

In this role, you'll work closely with full-time engineers to design, build, and integrate mechanical hardware that supports electric and hybrid-electric propulsion systems, including motors, generators, inverters, and cooling hardware.

This is a hands-on internship where you'll own real engineering tasks and contribute directly to flight hardware development—from CAD to parts in hand to vehicle integration and testing.

What You'll Do

Design and update propulsion mechanical components and assemblies as we transition from prototype builds to low-rate production

Design hardware for bench testing and support hardware troubleshooting alongside propulsion engineers

Help resolve design, fit and integration issues discovered during early builds

Implement design improvements to simplify assembly, improve repeatability and reduce build time

Create and maintain CAD models and drawings, following process to ensure traceability of design changes

Assist with prototype and production hardware fabrication and assembly, learning firsthand how designs translate to the shop floor

Develop work instructions, fixtures or tooling as needed to support assembly

Document design changes, build feedback and lessons learned to support production ramp up

What We're Looking For

Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

Comfortable designing hardware using CAD (NX, Solid Works, or similar)

Familiarity with common manufacturing processes; hands-on fabrication experience strongly preferred

Enjoys being hands-on—designing, building, and integrating real hardware

Able to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and ask good questions when needed

Strong curiosity, attention to detail, and desire to make a meaningful impact

Nice to Have

Participation in student project teams (UAVs, Formula SAE, robotics, rocketry, etc.)

Experience with rapid prototyping (3D printing, basic machining, shop tools)

Interest in propulsion systems, electric powertrains, or flight hardware

Mechanical Engineering Intern​/Co-Op [Propulsion

Mechanical Engineering Intern/Co-Op [Propulsion