Millennium Space Systems Summer 2026 Internship Program – Spacecraft Structural Engineering
Location
El Segundo, CA
Level
Internship
Department
Aerospace & Space
Type
Salary
$44,000 - $74,000
Job Description
Posted on:
2026-02-27
Responsibilities
- Support structural analysis of space hardware through hand calculations, finite element analysis, and testing.
- Generate or modify existing finite element models of space hardware.
- Post-process loads and stress results to determine structural margins.
- Collaborate with mechanical design, manufacturing, and other teams to support space hardware development.
- Assist in identifying potential structural risks early in the design process.
- Contribute to design improvements that enhance performance.
- Work onsite for the duration of the internship.
Job Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
- Completed coursework in mechanics of materials, structural analysis, and finite element methods.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills.
- Basic proficiency with finite element analysis tools (e.g., FEMAP, Abaqus, or SolidWorks Simulation).
- Foundational programming skills in languages such as MATLAB or Python.
- Strong academic performance (preferred GPA of 3.0 or above).
- Exceptional organizational and collaboration skills.
