Intern, Mechanical Engineering

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Maxar is seeking a Mechanical Engineering intern to support the design and development of our satellite systems in our offices in San Jose, CA. Bus Electronics Design mechanical engineering is comprised of various roles that contribute to the design and development of electrical units for the power, propulsion, and avionics subsystems supporting the bus (main body) of the satellites. These roles design and develop new electrical units including various subassemblies such as the chassis and circuit card assemblies (CCAs), create and release CAD design models and drawings (using Pro E Creo), and support manufacturing assembly and test. All roles involve significant collaboration with interdisciplinary teams from multiple subsystems.

Your interest in expanding your knowledge of/exploring the following areas would be of great value to our team:

• Mechanical Component Design
• Electronics Design Packaging
• Structural Analysis
• Thermal Analysis
• Vibration and Thermal Testing Support
• Manufacturing Engineering Support

Required Skills and Experience:

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident
• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program with completion of two years or more, or Master's Degree program in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related discipline.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or similar suite
• Interest in aerospace or mechanical design
• Experience or interest in process improvement techniques

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication, organization and leadership skills
• Group project experience, ability to collaborate with team members of different technical disciplines
• Working knowledge of CAD tools (such as Pro E or Solidworks), engineering analysis programs, and/or Printed Wiring Board design tools

Our salary ranges are market-driven and set to allow for flexibility. Individual pay will be competitive based on a candidate’s unique set of knowledge, skills, and geographic diversity, with earnings potential commensurate with experience. The range for this position is:

$15.96 - $26.59 hourly.

 

Maxar employees must follow all applicable Maxar policies and COVID-19 requirements as well as those of Maxar customers and third parties. Individual job requirements may vary, and Maxar reserves the right to modify its policies and requirements as it deems appropriate in accordance with applicable law.

Maxar Technologies values diversity in the workplace and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.