Mechanical Engineering Intern - (Fall 2026)

Job description

Hermeus is a high-speed aircraft manufacturer focused on the rapid design, build, and test of high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft for the national interest. Working directly with the Department of Defense, Hermeus delivers capabilities that will ensure that our nation, and our allies, maintain an asymmetric advantage over any and all potential adversaries. Hermeus is seeking talented students with experience in mechanical engineering to join our Fluids Team in Los Angeles. The Fluids Team is responsible for the design and integration of hydraulic systems, fuel systems, and their supporting structural components for cutting-edge hypersonic aircraft. Fall: Around 16 weeks (September - December) Responsibilities: - Structural design supporting vehicle subsystems such as hydraulics, fuel systems, propulsion, and avionics - Perform structural and thermal analyses using both hand calculations and FEA - Lead trade studies across mechanical, fluid, and avionics subsystems with an emphasis on mass efficiency, cost, and performance - Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and test teams to ensure designs are practical, producible, and aligned with program objectives - Own hardware devel...