Xona Space Systems
Mechanical Engineering Co-op (Spring 2027)
Burlingame, California · Intern · Internship
No sponsorshipDetected 5 days ago
SpringCybersecurityProcurementSolidWorksStructural AnalysisRoboticsMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringResearchCommunicationProblem SolvingTolerance Analysis
About the role
- As a Mechanical Engineering Co-op, you'll become an embedded member of our Spacecraft Mechanical and Thermal team and contribute directly to the tools, systems, and hardware that enable spacecraft production and integration.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and development of mechanical hardware supporting spacecraft manufacturing, integration, and test activities.
- Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to define requirements and develop practical design solutions.
- Create detailed CAD models, manufacturing drawings, and engineering documentation.
- Perform engineering analyses to validate structural, mechanical, and packaging performance.
- Support integration, testing, verification, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Participate in design reviews and cross-functional engineering discussions.
- Strong mechanical design fundamentals.
Requirements
- Ability to commit to a full-time, six-month co-op.
- Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
- To comply with U.K. regulations, this role requires Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) checks, and successful candidates must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance (SC).
Nice to have
- Experience with robotics, CubeSat, Formula SAE, aerospace projects, or research labs.
- Familiarity with DFM principles and manufacturing processes.
- Experience producing engineering drawings and technical documentation.
- Exposure to structural analysis, tolerance analysis, or mechanical testing.
- Hands-on experience assembling or validating hardware.
- Passion for aerospace, spacecraft, and hardware development.
- Why You'll Love This Co-op
- Gain six months of immersive experience alongside experienced aerospace engineers.
Skills
- Xona is the navigational intelligence company bringing real-time, centimeter-level certainty to any device, anywhere on Earth.
Visa & Work Authorization
- citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States (i
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