Columbia Helicopters · 15 hours ago
Engineering Intern - Mechanical Engineering
Aurora, OR
Internship
Onsite
InternColumbia Helicopters is a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter services, and they are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern to support a team of engineers and designers. The role offers hands-on exposure to aircraft design, structural analysis, and engineering documentation while collaborating with experienced engineers.
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Responsibilities
Assist with structural analysis of metallic and composite components using hand calculations and basic FEA tools (e.g., NASTRAN), under the guidance of senior engineers
Support the development of new design concepts related to aircraft modifications and alteration projects
Create, update, and maintain engineering models and drawings using SolidWorks
Assist engineering and maintenance teams by updating documentation to reflect maintenance improvements, part number changes, or service experience
Help coordinate and track design issues with internal teams and external suppliers
Research material specifications, part standards, and regulatory documentation to support engineering activities
Participate in design reviews, team meetings, and technical discussions to gain exposure to real-world engineering workflows
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Aeronautical Engineering (junior or senior standing preferred)
Fundamental understanding of mechanical systems; exposure to propulsion systems or rotorcraft concepts is a plus
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work with both technical and non-technical team members
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Good organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
Preferred
Basic awareness of FAA certification concepts (14 CFR Part 21, 29, and 43) is helpful but not required
Coursework or hands-on experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software preferred
Company
Columbia Helicopters
Columbia Helicopters is an aerial heavy-lift operations provider that also offers helicopter maintenance worldwide.
Founded in 1957
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-07-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Michael Tremlett, MBA
President and CEO
Santiago Crespo
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2024-04-06
2024-04-06
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