2026 Voyager Summer Internship - Mechanical Engineering

<p><span data-contrast="auto">Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions. We tackle the most complex challenges to unlock new frontiers for human progress, fortify national security, and protect critical assets to lead in the race for technological and operational superiority from ground to space.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Forge the Future: Join Voyager Technologies</span></strong><span data-ccp-props="{}">&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">The future belongs to those who build it. At Voyager Technologies, we’re building technologies that protect lives, expand frontiers and prepare us for what’s next. And we’re doing that with people who are wired to solve, build, adapt and lead. 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This program offers university and graduate students hands-on experience through project-based work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Throughout the program, Interns will have exposure to mentorship, networking, and professional development opportunities.</p> <p>The Mechanical Engineering intern will support the lead mechanical engineer with required mechanical design tasks.&nbsp; This includes conducting trade studies, creating and reviewing mechanical drawings, and developing test and manufacturing fixturing.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Assist in defining, decomposing, and tracking mechanical requirements to ensure the final product meets mission objectives</li> <li>Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, finance, and other teams as needed</li> <li>Document mechanical interfaces and work with the system engineer to ensure all requirements are included</li> <li>Help define verification methods and approaches for mechanical requirements</li> <li>Help execute tests such as Thermal Vacuum (TVAC) or Vibration testing; review and present engineering data and artifacts that verify requirements have been met</li> </ul> <p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at an accredited university in Systems, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering.</li> <li>Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles and design methodology</li> <li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team</li> <li>Strong communication and organizational skills</li> <li>Experience with mechanical design software (e.g. SolidWorks) preferred</li> <li>Ability to travel for in-person orientation and program kickoff as well as for final presentation at program completion</li> </ul> <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Preferences:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Previous internship, coursework, or project experience related to mechanical engineering</li> </ul> <p><strong>Hourly Pay Range: $23.50-$30.00 per hour</strong></p> <p>*Hourly rate determined by academic year, college major, line of business, geography</p> <p><strong>Application Deadline: March 13, 2026</strong></p> <p>Please click “Apply” to submit your application.</p> <p>To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.</p> <p>Voyager is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.&nbsp;</p> <p>Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran</p> <p><em>The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general content and requirements for performance of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter the scope of work within the framework of this job description at any time without prior notice.</em></p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">California pay range</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$23.50</span><span class="divider">&mdash;</span><span>$30 USD</span></div></div></div>