Mechanical Design Intern, Mechanical Systems
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
At Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the end of the decade.
Your Mission:
As part of the Mechanical Systems team, you will be responsible for supporting design, development, testing of components including primary and secondary flight control actuators, landing gear components and environmental control components.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist in the design and testing of aircraft mechanical systems that include Flight Actuators, Steering and Breaking Components and Environmental Control Systems.
- Support CAD modeling using CATIA, Siemens NX or Solidworks
- Assist with test planning, data collection, and validation
- Collaborate with engineers on manufacturing support and design troubleshooting
- Participate in team meetings, design reviews, and technical discussions
What You’ll Learn:
- Hands-on experience with mechanical systems design and testing in an aerospace engineering environment.
- Mentorship from experienced engineers in a collaborative environment
- How engineering teams collaborate in fast-paced aerospace environments
You'll Bring These Qualifications:
- Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering
- Strong understanding of engineering principles and mechanical systems
- Familiarity with CAD tools (Solidworks, CATIA, NX)
- Curious, motivated, and eager to learn
- Passionate about aircraft design and sustainable aviation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:
- Experience in designing, developing and testing mechanical hardware
- Experience with FEA methods
- Exposure to manufacturing processes
- Understanding of FAA/EASA aircraft certification basics
Additional Requirements:
- Able to work Full-time on-site for a minimum of 12 consecutive weeks beginning in January 2027
Base Pay Range:
$30/HR — $35/HR USD
From Heart Aerospace's careers page (Greenhouse), checked 29 Oct 2026.
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Posted 29 Oct 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job
