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Mechanical Design Engineering Intern

CO, Greenwood Village, Colorado, United States of AmericaInternshipInternshipPosted Oct 21, 2026

Job description

York Space Systems was founded to radically improve spacecraft affordability and reliability, transforming, and enabling next- generation space mission operations worldwide. Today, York is one of the most innovative aerospace companies, specializing in end-to-end customer solutions and the rapid production of spacecraft platforms.

York’s complete Space Segment Solution includes spacecraft production, payload integration, system integration & test, launch services, ground segment services, and mission operations, enabling customers to leverage York’s existing technology solutions to get to orbit rapidly and responsively. We’re looking to expand our team across the board.

York is seeking interns for our Internship Program. The ideal York Engineering Intern is a highly motivated, proactive individual who enjoys learning and is excited about working on space hardware and real missions. Each York Space Systems intern has the opportunity to work on York missions, while participating in a tailored engineering training program.

Each intern is provided with a dedicated Senior Engineer as a mentor and is assigned a scope bound project that is challenging yet achievable during the duration of the internship. York encourages you to apply for any engineering discipline that interests you, this is your opportunity to experience what it would be like to work at York and discover your passion.

Successful candidates will be high energy, adaptable, eager to learn, and passionate about space!

Responsibilities

Engineer mechanical design solutions for both spacecraft flight hardware and mechanical ground support equipment (MGSE). Create designs with DFM/DFA with rate manufacturing in mind. Perform preliminary FEA, higher level hand calculations, and fastener margins to help ensure a feasible design. Create component drawings with appropriate GD&T, that can be affordably produced.

Develop assembly drawings, fabrication procedures, and build instructions working with the integration team. Execute a time bound, well defined project which is of high value to York Gain hands-on assembly and test experience Interface with multiple engineering disciplines and project stakeholders Other Duties as Assigned.

Required Qualifications Enrollment in a 4-year degree program at an accredited university studying Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field. Solidworks (or similar) CAD skills. Demonstrates self-initiated work in a team environment with strong leadership skills. Strong communicator, great team player and overall hard worker Self-starter and self-motivated with a hunger to learn An interest in full time employment at York Space Systems Demonstrated interest in spacecraft and space systems Willingness to work full-time in our Greenwood Village, CO office Preferred Qualifications Junior year level or higher in their bachelor’s in engineering degree.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. How To Apply Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by clicking the “Apply” link at the top of the page.

York Space Systems will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is closed. York Space Systems provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, military or protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States. This policy applies to all terms and conditions or employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. YORK SPACE SYSTEMS IS AN EEO EMPLOYER.

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