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Mechanical Engineering Intern

CompanyRincon Research Corp
LocationTucson
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMay 13, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will provide hands-on support for rapid prototyping and fabrication within a small production environment. Key tasks include assisting with engineering tasks, process improvements, and the assembly of electronics-related projects.
Internship Type
casual non exempt
Company Size
275
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
At Rincon Research Corporation, our core business is to design, build, test, and field digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence communities. We use our superior expertise to serve our customers with a range of technologies: • End-to-end systems for Signals collection, analysis, and processing • Geolocation principles and Applications using GPS technology • DSP systems development • Software and computer infrastructure development for DSP processing • Orbit analysis • High-performance Computing Technology • Parallel and Distributed processing • High-speed electronics development and production We deploy our pioneering technologies for the U.S. Government worldwide to help ensure our national security, combat terrorist threats, and safeguard vital national resources. We are an incredibly vibrant organization that conceives, analyzes, designs, implements, and tests software solutions for some of the most intriguing Government projects. As a small business headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, we have a 30+ year history marked by steady growth in both revenue and customers. Rincon's support of NASA's Space Network Ground Segment Sustainment (SGSS) program earned us the 2013 Small Business Subcontractor of the year award from the Goddard Space Flight Center. Our development of Main Mission Frontends will move NASA into the next generation of ground system solutions. Founded in 1983, Rincon began as a small research company. Today our business is drawn from a variety of Government clients. We have diversified through the expertise of our talented staffs of scientists, engineers, programmers, writers, and support staff who continue to focus on rapidly developing technology from concept to operation. Our digital signal processing products and services ensure successful outcomes to meet mission and business objectives.
About the Role

Why Join Rincon Research Corporation (RRC)?


At Rincon Research Corporation, our primary business is innovating, developing, and fielding digital signal processing (DSP) products and services for the United States Defense and Intelligence Communities in support of national security.



Details include:


Anticipated dates: June 1, 2026 – October 2, 2026

Paid: Yes



Purpose of Role: 

Rincon Research is seeking motivated students for our Mechanical Engineering Internship. The role is focused on providing hands on experience in rapid prototyping and fabrication in a small production environment. Interns will assist with engineering tasks, process improvements, prototyping and fabrication. 



What required background will make you successful?

  • Education
    • Currently enrolled in an accredited Mechanical Engineering or related Undergraduate Program. 
  • Technical Skills: 
    • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite. 
    • Proficient with SolidWorks CAD tools. 
    • Basic proficiency with technical writing, automation and software tools. 
    • Basic knowledge and proficiency of hand tools and common shop equipment (drill press, band saw, deburring tools, taps and dies). 
  • Soft Skills: 
    • Competent interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others.
    • Capable of expressing ideas effectively and professionally to engineering and non-engineering audience. 
  • US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED


Preferred Background: 

  • Technical Skills: 
    • Hands on experience with rapid prototyping methods such as Additive and Subtractive Manufacturing tools.
    • Experience building electronics related projects including wiring harnesses, enclosure fabrication and assembly.
    • Familiarity with working around electronic systems requiring ESD protection. 


 Where is the position located? 

This position is located at our Tucson, AZ Headquarters.

Key Skills
SolidWorksRapid PrototypingTechnical WritingAdditive ManufacturingSubtractive ManufacturingFabricationHand ToolsShop EquipmentWiring HarnessesESD ProtectionMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunication Skills
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EngineeringManufacturingScience & ResearchGovernment & Public Sector