Mechanical Design Intern, Structures (Summer / Fall)

About the role

At Heart Aerospace, 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 a Mechanical Design Intern, Structures that is passionate about aircraft design, materials, and engineering fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of aircraft structures (fuselage, wings, empennage)
• Support CAD modeling using CATIA, Siemens NX or Solidworks
• Implement changes to the design based on structural analyses (static, dynamic, fatigue, etc)
• Learn and support FEA modeling with tools like Nastran, Patran, Abaqus, or ANSYS
• Assist with structural test planning, data collection, and validation
• Collaborate with engineers on manufacturing support and design troubleshooting
• Learn composite design principles
• Participate in team meetings, design reviews, and technical discussions

What You'll Learn

• How aircraft primary structures go from concept to production
• Load analysis, structural testing, and mechanical reliability
• Building and evaluating FEA models
• GD&T, DFMEA, and fundamental manufacturing concepts
• How engineering teams collaborate in fast-paced aerospace environments

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and structural mechanics
• Familiarity with CAD tools (NX)
• Curious, motivated, and eager to learn
• Passionate about aircraft design and sustainable aviation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice-to-have Skills

• Knowledge of composite materials (carbon, fiberglass) and metallic structures
• Experience with FEA methods or structural calculations
• Exposure to manufacturing processes or structural testing
• Understanding of FAA/EASA aircraft certification basics

Pay

Base Pay Range: $30/HR—$35/HR USD