Summer Intern, Materials & Test Engineering

As a Materials and Test Engineering Intern, you will work directly with engineers to influence the LTA mission to revitalize and revolutionize next-generation rigid airships. The preferred candidate is an experienced student who exhibits abilities in project ownership and creative problem solving while learning from feedback in a rapidly changing research and development engineering environment. In addition to a strong technical ability, we are looking for positivity in challenging circumstances, an eagerness to collaborate, and a supportive determination toward LTA Vision and Guiding Principles.

• Support characterization and testing of advanced materials, systems, and structures.
• Analyze material and system behavior and provide recommendations based on analysis. 
• Design, conduct, and analyse tests to optimize material, system, and structural performance.
• Write test procedures for a variety of destructive and nondestructive tests
• Translate experimental and research insights into actionable development plans to drive further understanding.
• Document and present results to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with requirements and regulations.

• Pursuing Bachelor or Graduate degree, in Materials Engineering, Materials Science, Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Up to 3 years of experience in industry or research roles in material behavior, material science, composites, adhesives, aircraft, or related areas. 
• Ability to lead projects and collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment. 
• Superior communication, listening, and critical thinking skills.

• Experience with composites material selection, testing, or manufacturing. 
• Experience in destructive and non-destructive testing methods and analysis.
• Knowledge of ultrasonic testing and x-ray computed tomography.
• Hands on experience with mechanical testing, such as tube buckling or compression testing

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan (100% premium paid for individuals, ~75% for dependents)
• Company-paid life, AD&D, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance
• Parental leave
• Generous PTO + 10 paid holidays
• Lunch and snacks provided every day, including accommodations for all dietary restrictions
• Fun events, swag, and the occasional airship ride
• An opportunity to change the world and work with some of the smartest and the most talented experts from different fields

LTA Research & Exploration welcomes all candidates to apply including those with limited experience. We understand that candidates with a growth mindset and passion for working on the next chapter in aviation advancement can outweigh experience alone. We celebrate diverse origins and journeys and understand their importance in developing new technology. Rooted in our humanitarian mission, we want to serve the entire globe and have a team that represents those we wish to serve.

Lighter Than Air is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other discriminatory factors prohibited by law.