Material & Processes Engineering Intern at Canopy… · Littleton

Summary: Canopy Aerospace & Defense is focused on accelerating the future of advanced materials for space, defense, and maritime systems. They are seeking Materials & Processes Engineering Interns to help develop next-generation thermal protection materials for spacecraft and hypersonic vehicles, involving hands-on experimentation and collaboration with engineers and scientists. Responsibilities: - Assist with the design and formulation of new thermal protection materials, including polymer-derived ceramics and composite substrates - Prepare and process experimental material formulations using custom resin systems and fillers - Fabricate composite and polymer samples using techniques such as casting, layup, curing, and infiltration - Characterize material properties including thermal conductivity, density, mechanical properties, and thermal stability - Assist with high-temperature testing of materials in laboratory or simulated aerothermal environments - Analyze experimental results to inform material design and processing parameters - Document material formulations, processing methods, and test results - Support scale-up and manufacturing development efforts for promising material systems - Collaborate with aerothermal, structural, and manufacturing teams to integrate materials into TPS designs Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Chemistry, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related field - Experience applying engineering skills outside the classroom through laboratory work, research, engineering project teams, or personal projects - Strong foundation in materials science, chemistry, or polymer science - Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, or similar scientific computing languages - Experience with laboratory experimentation or materials characterization through coursework, research, or project work - Strong professional communication and technical writing skills - Ability to work effectively in a collaborative R&D environment - Ability to work extended hours and weekends as necessary - To conform to US Government export regulations, the applicant must be a (i) US Citizen, (ii) lawful permanent resident of the U.S. (aka green card holder), (iii) protected individual as defined by U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or (iv) eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State Preferred Qualifications: - Coursework or research experience involving polymers, composites, or ceramic materials - Experience with polymer formulation, resin systems, or composite processing - Familiarity with characterization techniques such as TGA, DSC, DMA, SEM, or thermal conductivity measurement - Experience working with laboratory equipment and experimental test methods - Exposure to high-temperature materials or aerospace materials systems - Participation in research labs, materials-focused project teams, or internships Required Skills: Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Engineering, Programming in Python Important Skills: Laboratory Experimentation, Materials Characterization, Composite Processing Nice-to-Have Skills: Collaborative Work Benefits: Company paid employee medical, dental and vision insurance., Retirement plan participation (eligibility required), Paid sick leave, Paid vacation, Paid holidays, Discretionary bonuses