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Structures/Mechanical Engineering Intern - Spring/Summer 2027

CompanyHermeus
LocationAtlanta
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 2, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the design, development, and testing of flight hardware and mechanical subassemblies for aircraft systems. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams to perform engineering analysis, build prototypes, and document design improvements.
Internship Type
intern
Salary Range
$25 - $33
Company Size
374
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries. Utilizing an integrated, hardware-rich, iterative development approach to aircraft design and build, Hermeus aims to deliver advanced air power at a pace not seen in the U.S. since the 1950s. Hermeus’ current Quarterhorse Program is actively unlocking unmanned high-speed flight. One program, four aircraft – each purpose-built to unlock a specific technical challenge, advance learnings, and incrementally de-risk critical technology in the pursuit of hypersonic aircraft. America needs fast planes fast – and Hermeus is delivering them.
About the Role

Hermeus is a venture-backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high-speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high-speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.


About The Role: 

Hermeus is seeking a hands-on Structures/Mechanical Engineering Intern to support the design, build, and test of flight hardware for next-generation aircraft systems. In this role, you will help design and develop mechanical subassemblies across the vehicle, including control surfaces, landing gear doors, avionics trays, and other flight critical hardware.

This internship is ideal for students who enjoy owning real hardware, working in a fast-paced development environment, and taking designs from concept through fabrication, integration, and test.

Spring: Around 16 weeks (January - April)

Summer: Around 12 weeks (May - August)

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Responsibilities
  • Support the design and development of flight hardware and mechanical subassemblies for aircraft systems.
  • Assist with CAD modeling, drawing creation, hardware release, and design updates.
  • Perform basic hand calculations and engineering analysis to support design decisions.
  • Help build, integrate, troubleshoot, and test prototype and flight hardware.
  • Collaborate with structures, mechanical, manufacturing, avionics, and test teams to support vehicle development.
  • Contribute to design reviews, test planning, and documentation of lessons learned.
  • Support rapid iteration by identifying design improvements, simplifying hardware, and incorporating feedback from build and test activities.


Requirements:
  • Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field. (undergraduate student in your third or fourth year of study, or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program).
  • Strong engineering fundamentals, including statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and mechanical design.
  • Hands-on experience with hardware through internships, research, labs, personal projects, or student teams such as FSAE, rocketry, robotics, or similar.
  • Familiarity with CAD tools
  • Comfortable working with physical hardware, hand tools, test equipment, and fast-paced build environments.
  • Interest in aircraft structures, mechanical systems, flight hardware, and rapid hardware development.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and test teams.
  • Strong understanding of engineering first principles.
  • Enthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus's mission.
  • GPA of 3.0 or above.


Preferred Skills and Experience:
  • Designed and released flight hardware. 
  • Familiarity with Siemens Teamcenter and NX.  
  • You’ve built something that’s flown, broken, or both. 


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$25 - $33 an hour
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The hourly rate listed for this internship is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on degree level.

Benefits:

  • Time Off: Interns are eligible for 5 days of sick leave and unpaid time off.
  • Office Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms.

 

U.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS 

The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending. 

 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.

 

Key Skills
Mechanical engineeringAerospace engineeringCAD modelingEngineering analysisHardware prototypingStaticsDynamicsMechanics of materialsMechanical designTroubleshootingTest planningSiemens TeamcenterNXTechnical documentation
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingTechnology
Benefits
Sick leaveUnpaid time offWeekly paid office lunchesFully stocked breakrooms