Summer 2027 Engineering Internship, Aerospace

About the role

Mach's Summer 2027 Engineering Internship, Software is open for future engineers and builders who want to work with us. This is a paid, in-person, 12-week internship.

Responsibilities

• Flight Sciences — aerodynamics, performance, stability & control, trajectory analysis, and modeling for next-generation aerospace systems
• Flight Test Operations — planning and executing flight tests, developing test cards and procedures, analyzing flight data, and supporting safe and effective test operations
• Vehicle Design — aerodynamic, structural, thermal, and mechanical design of aircraft and aerospace vehicles
• Propulsion & Aerothermal Systems — propulsion integration, thermal management, combustion, and performance analysis for advanced aerospace platforms
• Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) — guidance algorithms, flight control, navigation, state estimation, and trajectory planning for autonomous and crewed systems
• Systems Integration — integrating airframe, propulsion, avionics, GNC, software, and other subsystems into a complete flight vehicle
• Modeling & Simulation — high-fidelity vehicle models, 6-DOF simulations, hardware-in-the-loop testing, and tools for predicting and validating system performance
• Test & Analysis — developing test plans, instrumentation, analyzing flight and ground-test data, and using results to improve vehicle design and performance

Requirements

• Enrollment in a BS, MS, or PhD program in aerospace or a related engineering discipline
• Intellectual curiosity and the drive to own problems end-to-end
• Genuine interest in defense technology, national security, or the future of autonomous systems
• Ability to complete an in-person 12-week internship in summer 2027
• Available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
• ITAR Requirements: applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Benefits

• Competitive salaries aligned with market rates
• Performance-based bonuses tied to individual and company performance
• Equity participation (stock options or equity)
• Benefit packages including healthcare, dental and vision plans, retirement savings, and paid time off
• Professional development funds for continuing education, training, and career growth
• Transparency in compensation tiers and decision-making

Pay

Pay range: $30—$55 USD (base salary estimate). Actual offers may vary based on work experience, education, training, critical skills, and business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in most offers and are considered part of total compensation.

Schedule

12‑week, in‑person internship scheduled for summer 2027. May require extended hours and weekend work as needed.