Mechanical Engineering Intern at Analytical… · Hampton

Summary: Analytical Mechanics Associates (AMA) is a small business specializing in aerospace engineering and technology solutions. They are currently seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to assist in developing a lunar deployment mechanism for NASA, focusing on CAD modeling, mechanical design, and system integration. Responsibilities: - The intern will contribute to CAD modeling, system integration, mechanical design trades, and potentially software analysis and development activities for related flight systems - Review the current TSL mechanical architecture, including lidar head, processor, power distribution, chassis elements, cable interfaces, and mounting points - Develop CAD models (SolidWorks, Creo, or NX depending on branch standards) of the TSL assembly as currently configured - Perform integration trades for mounting TSL onto a drone used for flight testing (small UAV or mid size platform) - Generate conceptual and detailed 3 D models of mounting brackets, adapters, vibration isolation components, and cable routing accommodations - Evaluate geometric constraints, center of gravity impacts, mechanical loading, and thermal/environmental considerations - Iterate designs based on feedback from the TSL engineering team (mechanical, electrical, AIT, flight test) - Produce engineering drawings and configuration-controlled CAD packages suitable for internal design reviews - Documentation: Develop reports, presentations, and other documentation, providing clear comments and guidance - Attend meetings, teleconferences, and workshops as needed - If schedule permits, the intern may: - Support analysis or testing tasks related to Orion flight software components - Assist with scripting, test case generation, or toolchain support (e.g., Python, MATLAB, or C/C++ integration checks) - Contribute to issue tracking, documentation updates, or software performance verification activities Required Qualifications: - Undergraduate or Graduate student in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related Engineering - An understanding of Computer Aided Design (CAD) and experience using PTC CREO, or similar tools to create models and drawings - Foundational understanding of Statics, Dynamics, Strength of Materials, and design for manufacturing - Programming experience in Python, Julia, or similar language - Excellent communication skills, able to articulate design choices to a team of engineers and project management personnel and create clear assembly instructions - Presentation skills, including creating and sharing PowerPoint presentations clearly exhibiting the design requirements, layout, and plan forward - Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required - Progress toward a degree (undergraduate or graduate) in technical areas of relevance - Must be able to work on site at NASA Langley Research Facility in Hampton, Virginia - Due to ITAR restrictions, US citizenship or permanent US residency is required Required Skills: Computer Aided Design (CAD), PTC CREO, SolidWorks, Creo, NX, Statics, Dynamics, Strength of Materials, Design for Manufacturing, Python, Julia, C++, MATLAB Benefits: Paid personal and federally recognized holiday leave, Salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting, Tuition reimbursement, Short/long term disability plans, A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance options