Summer Intern - Structural Dynamics Engineer

Job Description

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration.

As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Summer 2027 Intern - Structural Dynamics Engineer to join the team! This position will be performing structural dynamic analysis on spacecraft and lunar vehicles in multiple NASA human spaceflight programs. This includes Orion, Gateway, Human Landing System, Commercial Crew Program, Lunar Terrain Vehicle, Pressurized Rover, and others.

This is a temporary role not to exceed 12 weeks.

• Currently enrolled in an accredited university.

• Completed at least 45credit hours.

• Minimum of 2.8 GPA.

• Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering student

• Coursework:
  Statics, Dynamics

• Working knowledge of Python, MATLAB, or C/C++

• Must have excellent oral and written communications skills

• Experience with desktop software applications, MS Office is required

• Working toward a BS or MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

• Coursework:
  Finite Element Analysis, Linear Algebra, Structural Dynamics, Vibrations, Signal Processing, Data Analysis and Reporting, Structural Analysis

• Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher

• Experience coding/scripting with Python, MATLAB, or C/C++

• Experience using FEA software and a pre/post-processor

• Experience with Unix/Linux

• Familiarity with version control methods such as Git Lab or Git Hub

• Excellent personal and professional career growth

• 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable

• Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)

• Much, much more!

For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit

Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.

Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.

Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

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