The board
- Hours
- Full time
- Where
- Simi Valley, CA
- Posted
- Sep 2
Worker Type
Supplemental
Job Description
Our Summer Internship Program is meticulously designed to provide students with an immersive and dynamic experience within our industry, offering a taste of what it's like to be part of our professional team. We strive to simulate a full-time job, enabling our interns to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, contribute to meaningful projects, build strong relationships with coworkers, and develop strategic problem-solving skills. Our program is highly selective, hosting only a handful of interns each year, ensuring personalized attention and ample opportunities to work closely with AV team members.
We are hiring for various roles and locations throughout the U.S. During the interview process, we will discuss specific details regarding the team and location.
What you'd do
- Assist in the design of mechanical components and systems, including airframes, payload enclosures, ground equipment, launch systems, and electro-mechanical assemblies
- Create and modify 3D CAD models and assemblies using SolidWorks
- Support simulation and analysis tasks using tools like SolidWorks Simulation or ANSYS
- Participate in prototype fabrication, assembly, and testing using in-house tools and rapid prototyping methods (e.g., 3D printing)
- Help generate technical drawings and bills of materials in accordance with industry drafting standards
- Collaborate with engineers to support design reviews, testing activities, and integration of mechanical systems
- Contribute to documentation and reporting of design progress and test results
- Learn and assist in configuration control and engineering change processes
- Perform other tasks as assigned to support ongoing development efforts
- Ability to work in an office and light R&D lab environment (Constant)
What they want
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
- Basic experience with 3D CAD software (preferably SolidWorks)
- Familiarity with mechanical components such as machined parts, sheet metal, plastic parts, or composite materials
- Exposure to hands-on prototyping, lab testing, or mechanical assembly through academic or personal projects
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Eagerness to learn and contribute in a fast-paced, collaborative environment
About AeroVironment
Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Instituti…
- Starts
- 2026-09-01