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Mechanical Design Intern, Structures (Summer / Fall
Job in
Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, 90079, USA
Listed on 2026-08-13
Listing for:
Heart Aerospace
Seasonal/Temporary, Apprenticeship/Internship
position Listed on 2026-08-13
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Mechanical Engineer, Structural Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
At Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the end of the decade.
Your Mission:At Heart Aerospace, we’re shaping the future of sustainable aviation with the ES-30 - a regional hybrid-electric airplane designed for a greener world. We’re seeking a Mechanical Design Intern, Structures that is passionate about aircraft design, materials, and engineering fundamentals.
What You’ll Do:- Assist in the design and development of aircraft structures (fuselage, wings, empennage)
- Support CAD modeling using CATIA, Siemens NX or Solidworks
- Implement changes to the design based on structural analyses (static, dynamic, fatigue, etc)
- Learn and support FEA modeling with tools like Nastran, Patran, Abaqus, or ANSYS
- Assist with structural test planning, data collection, and validation
- Collaborate with engineers on manufacturing support and design troubleshooting
- Learn composite design principles
- Participate in team meetings, design reviews, and technical discussions
- How aircraft primary structures go from concept to production
- Load analysis, structural testing, and mechanical reliability
- Building and evaluating FEA models
- GD&T, DFMEA, and fundamental manufacturing concepts
- How engineering teams collaborate in fast-paced aerospace environments
Qualifications:
- Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering
- Strong understanding of engineering principles and structural mechanics
- Familiarity with CAD tools (NX)
- Curious, motivated, and eager to learn
- Passionate about aircraft design and sustainable aviation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of composite materials (carbon, fiberglass) and metallic structures
- Experience with FEA methods or structural calculations
- Exposure to manufacturing processes or structural testing
- Understanding of FAA/EASA aircraft certification basics
Base Pay Range:
$30/HR - $35/HR USD
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