{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d4e2cd9ed352adf420c49880","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d4e2cd9ed352adf420c49880","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d4e2cd9ed352adf420c49880","title":"Structures/Mechanical Engineering Intern - Fall 2026","description":"Hermeus is a venture‑backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high‑speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high‑speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.\n\nAbout The Role\nHermeus is seeking a hands‑on Structures/Mechanical Engineering Intern to support the design, build, and test of flight hardware for next‑generation aircraft systems. In this role, you will help design and develop mechanical subassemblies across the vehicle, including control surfaces, fuselage structures, avionics trays, and other flight‑critical hardware.\n\nThis internship is ideal for students who enjoy owning real hardware, working in a fast‑paced development environment, and taking designs from concept through fabrication, integration, and test.\n\nFall: Around 16 weeks (August – December)\n\nResponsibilities\n\nSupport the design and development of flight hardware and mechanical subassemblies for aircraft systems.\n\nAssist with CAD modeling, drawing creation, hardware release, and design updates.\n\nPerform basic hand calculations and engineering analysis to support design decisions.\n\nHelp build, integrate, troubleshoot, and test prototype and flight hardware.\n\nCollaborate with structures, mechanical, manufacturing, avionics, and test teams to support vehicle development.\n\nContribute to design reviews, test planning, and documentation of lessons learned.\n\nSupport rapid iteration by identifying design improvements, simplifying hardware, and incorporating feedback from build and test activities.\n\nRequirements\n\nCurrently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field (undergraduate student in your third or fourth year of study, or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program).\n\nStrong engineering fundamentals, including statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and mechanical design.\n\nHands‑on experience with hardware through internships, research, labs, personal projects, or student teams such as FSAE, rocketry, robotics, or similar.\n\nFamiliarity with CAD tools.\n\nComfortable working with physical hardware, hand tools, test equipment, and fast‑paced build environments.\n\nInterest in aircraft structures, mechanical systems, flight hardware, and rapid hardware development.\n\nStrong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and test teams.\n\nStrong understanding of engineering first principles.\n\nEnthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus's mission.\n\nGPA of 3.0 or above.\n\nPreferred Skills and Experience\n\nDesigned and released flight hardware.\n\nFamiliarity with Siemens Teamcenter and NX.\n\nYou’ve built something that’s flown, broken, or both.\n\n$25 - $33 an hour\n\nThe hourly rate listed for this internship is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on degree level.\n\nBenefits\n\nTime Off: Interns are eligible for 5 days of sick leave and unpaid time off.\n\nOffice Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms.\n\nU.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS\n\nThe person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.\n\nEQUAL OPPORTUNITY\n\nHermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions at Hermeus are based solely on merit, competence, and qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Ring","rawCompany":"ring","city":"Atlanta","state":"GA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-07-03T03:13:35.144Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2011.00","title":"Aerospace Engineers","slug":"aerospace-engineers"},{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"},{"code":"336413","title":"Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Structures/Mechanical Engineering Intern - Fall 2026","description":"Hermeus is a venture‑backed defense aviation company reclaiming the lost art of rapid iterative prototyping to build the fastest aircraft in the world today. By prioritizing relentless hardware iteration, we deliver high‑speed systems at the pace of the modern battlefield. We work with the Department of War to provide the high‑speed capabilities our nation and its allies need to maintain a durable, asymmetric advantage.\n\nAbout The Role\nHermeus is seeking a hands‑on Structures/Mechanical Engineering Intern to support the design, build, and test of flight hardware for next‑generation aircraft systems. In this role, you will help design and develop mechanical subassemblies across the vehicle, including control surfaces, fuselage structures, avionics trays, and other flight‑critical hardware.\n\nThis internship is ideal for students who enjoy owning real hardware, working in a fast‑paced development environment, and taking designs from concept through fabrication, integration, and test.\n\nFall: Around 16 weeks (August – December)\n\nResponsibilities\n\nSupport the design and development of flight hardware and mechanical subassemblies for aircraft systems.\n\nAssist with CAD modeling, drawing creation, hardware release, and design updates.\n\nPerform basic hand calculations and engineering analysis to support design decisions.\n\nHelp build, integrate, troubleshoot, and test prototype and flight hardware.\n\nCollaborate with structures, mechanical, manufacturing, avionics, and test teams to support vehicle development.\n\nContribute to design reviews, test planning, and documentation of lessons learned.\n\nSupport rapid iteration by identifying design improvements, simplifying hardware, and incorporating feedback from build and test activities.\n\nRequirements\n\nCurrently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field (undergraduate student in your third or fourth year of study, or enrolled in a Master's or Ph.D. program).\n\nStrong engineering fundamentals, including statics, dynamics, mechanics of materials, and mechanical design.\n\nHands‑on experience with hardware through internships, research, labs, personal projects, or student teams such as FSAE, rocketry, robotics, or similar.\n\nFamiliarity with CAD tools.\n\nComfortable working with physical hardware, hand tools, test equipment, and fast‑paced build environments.\n\nInterest in aircraft structures, mechanical systems, flight hardware, and rapid hardware development.\n\nStrong communication skills and ability to work cross‑functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and test teams.\n\nStrong understanding of engineering first principles.\n\nEnthusiasm for aviation and Hermeus's mission.\n\nGPA of 3.0 or above.\n\nPreferred Skills and Experience\n\nDesigned and released flight hardware.\n\nFamiliarity with Siemens Teamcenter and NX.\n\nYou’ve built something that’s flown, broken, or both.\n\n$25 - $33 an hour\n\nThe hourly rate listed for this internship is intended as a general guideline. Final compensation will be determined based on degree level.\n\nBenefits\n\nTime Off: Interns are eligible for 5 days of sick leave and unpaid time off.\n\nOffice Perks: Weekly paid office lunches and fully stocked breakrooms.\n\nU.S. EXPORT CONTROL COMPLIANCE STATUS\n\nThe person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a “U.S. person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. 120.62 or otherwise eligible for deemed export licensing. US persons include U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents (green card holders), and asylees and refugees with such status granted, not pending.\n\nEQUAL OPPORTUNITY\n\nHermeus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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