Mechanical Design Engineering Intern

York Space Systems

Posted 20 Oct 2026

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York is seeking interns for our Internship Program. The ideal York Engineering Intern is a highly motivated, proactive individual who enjoys learning and is excited about working on space hardware and real missions. Each York Space Systems intern has the opportunity to work on York missions, while participating in a tailored engineering training program. Each intern is provided with a dedicated Senior Engineer as a mentor and is assigned a scope bound project that is challenging yet achievable during the duration of the internship. York encourages you to apply for any engineering discipline that interests you, this is your opportunity to experience what it would be like to work at York and discover your passion. Successful candidates will be high energy, adaptable, eager to learn, and passionate about space! Responsibilities Engineer mechanical design solutions for both spacecraft flight hardware and mechanical ground support equipment (MGSE). Create designs with DFM/DFA with rate manufacturing in mind. Perform preliminary FEA, higher level hand calculations, and fastener margins to help ensure a feasible design. Create component drawings with appropriate GD&T, that can be affordably produced. Develop assembly drawings, fabrication procedures, and build instructions working with the integration team. Execute a time bound, well defined project which is of high value to York Gain hands-on assembly and test experience Interface with multiple engineering disciplines and project stakeholders Other Duties as Assigned. Required Qualifications Enrollment in a 4-year degree program at an accredited university studying Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field. Solidworks (or similar) CAD skills. Demonstrates self-initiated work in a team environment with strong leadership skills. Strong communicator, great team player and overall hard worker Self-starter and self-motivated with a hunger to learn An interest in full time employment at York Space Systems Demonstrated interest in spacecraft and space systems Willingness to work full-time in our Greenwood Village, CO office Preferred Qualifications Junior year level or higher in their bachelor’s in engineering degree.

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