AV · 3 weeks ago
Mechanical Engineering Intern – Hyper-RF Division
AeroVironment (AV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems and tactical missile systems. They are seeking motivated students for their Summer Internship Program to gain hands-on experience in engineering projects, specifically in developing and testing custom solutions for radar and telemetry systems.
AerospaceAir TransportationDronesElectric VehicleElectronicsEnergyGovernmentManufacturing
Responsibilities
Work with a team of engineers, scientists, and project managers
Perform technology research, including field surveys, trade studies, and comparative analysis
Assist in design and testing of prototype and production systems using electrical and/or mechanical engineering skills
Utilize configuration management tools to document and iterate upon mechanical designs
Conduct field testing and evaluation of components, systems, and products
Qualification
Required
Must be a high school graduate
Due to the nature of the position U.S. Citizenship is required
Currently enrolled or recently completed post-secondary program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Willing and able to work on-site at the Germantown, MD AV office for the duration of the internship
Possess strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong background and interest in one or more of: mechanical design, cable design, CAD, 3D printing
Preferred
Experience with mechanical design
Skills in prototyping, machining, and/or assembly
Experience in engineering product prototype, production, or integration test design/testing
Familiarity with thermal analysis
Competency in data analysis and visualization tools such as Excel or MATLAB
Skills in software development for embedded microcontrollers
Participation in extracurricular student engineering competitions
Benefits
Medical
Dental vision
401K with company matching
A 9/80 work schedule
A paid holiday shutdown
Company
AV
At AV, we build shoulder-to-shoulder with our customers, delivering systems shaped by real-world missions, not theoretical requirements.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.68B2025-07-01Post Ipo Equity· $875M
2025-07-01Post Ipo Debt· $650M
2023-09-19Post Ipo Equity· $109.01M
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