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Mechanical Engineering Intern

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Engineering
  • Glen Burnie

Requirements

  • Required –
  • Sound knowledge of engineering concepts.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Preferred –
  • Previous experience working with Solidworks software.
  • Education & Experience:
  • Enrolled in an accredited BS Degree program in Mechanical Engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Design launch vehicle components and structures given specified flight loads.
  • Generate engineering drawings and flight vehicle renderings of mission specific configurations for use in engineering reports and presentations.
  • Analyze launch vehicle components and structures using FEA methods.
  • Determine margins of safety for launch vehicle components and structures for specified Factors of Safety.
  • Generate test plans and test reports for structural load and deployment testing of flight structures, separation systems and fin structures.
  • Support mechanical testing of flight vehicle structures and mechanisms.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Mechanical Engineering Intern role at Kratos?

The main focus of the Mechanical Engineering Intern role is to participate in the design and analysis of unguided and guided suborbital launch vehicle structures and mechanisms, as well as analyzing flight vehicles and subsystems.

What kind of experience is preferred for this internship?

Previous experience working with Solidworks software is preferred for this internship.

What educational requirements must applicants meet?

Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited BS Degree program in Mechanical Engineering.

What are the primary responsibilities of the intern?

The primary responsibilities include designing launch vehicle components and structures, generating engineering drawings and flight vehicle renderings, analyzing components using FEA methods, and determining margins of safety for launch vehicle structures.

Are there any secondary responsibilities associated with the internship?

Yes, secondary responsibilities include generating test plans and reports for structural load and deployment testing, and supporting mechanical testing of flight vehicle structures and mechanisms.

Is any specific knowledge or skill set required for this internship position?

A sound knowledge of engineering concepts and good communication skills are required for this internship position.

Does Kratos Defense provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities?

Yes, Kratos Defense is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

Is this internship opportunity open to diverse candidates?

Yes, Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer and encourages applications from all qualified job seekers, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Will interns be involved in testing flight vehicle structures?

Yes, interns will support mechanical testing of flight vehicle structures and mechanisms as part of their responsibilities.

How can applicants request accommodations for navigating or applying to the careers site?

Applicants requiring accommodations can send their requests to HRAccessibility@kratosdefense.com or call 858-964-2916.

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Mission & Purpose

Kratos develops and fields transformative, affordable systems, platforms and products for national security and communications needs. Kratos is changing the way breakthroughs are brought rapidly to these markets through proven commercial technology approaches, including proactive research and streamlined development processes. Kratos is focused in areas where tech advances can have a force multiplier effect, such as unmanned systems, satellite communications, C5ISR, warfighter training and combat systems.

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