Manufacturing Engineering Intern

<p>Torrance, CA |&nbsp; Heart Aerospace</p> <p>At <strong>Heart Aerospace</strong>, 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&nbsp;<strong>Mechanical Design &amp; Structures Interns</strong> passionate about aircraft design, materials, and engineering fundamentals. Perfect for students pursuing <strong>Aerospace, Mechanical, or related degrees</strong>.</p> <p><strong><u>What You’ll Do</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>Assist in the design and development of aircraft structures (fuselage, wings, empennage, etc)</li> <li>Support CAD modeling using Siemens NX</li> <li>Implement changes to the design based on structural analyses (static, dynamic, fatigue, etc)</li> <li>Learn and support FEA modeling with tools like Nastran, Patran, Abaqus, or ANSYS</li> <li>&nbsp;Assist with structural test planning, data collection, and validation</li> <li>Collaborate with engineers on manufacturing support and design troubleshooting</li> <li>Learn composite design principles</li> <li>Participate in team meetings, design reviews, and technical discussions</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>What You’ll Learn</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>How aircraft primary structures go from concept to production</li> <li>Load analysis, structural testing, and mechanical reliability</li> <li>Building and evaluating FEA models</li> <li>GD&amp;T, DFMEA, and fundamental manufacturing concepts</li> <li>How engineering teams collaborate in fast-paced aerospace environments</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Who You Are</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering</li> <li>Strong understanding of engineering principles and structural mechanics</li> <li>Familiarity with CAD tools (NX)</li> <li>Curious, motivated, and eager to learn</li> <li>Passionate about aircraft design and sustainable aviation</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>A Bonus( not required but nice to haves)</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>Knowledge of composite materials (carbon, fiberglass) and metallic structures</li> <li>Experience with FEA methods or structural calculations</li> <li>Exposure to manufacturing processes or structural testing</li> <li>Understanding of FAA/EASA aircraft certification basics</li> </ul> <p><strong><u>Compensation:</u></strong></p> <ul> <li>This position is allocated to $40-$44/hr.</li> </ul>