Design Engineer Intern

Job Description

Design Engineer Intern | Elevate Aircraft Seating

The Tone:
This is a full-time, on-site internship at Elevate Aircraft Seating, located in Huntington Beach, CA. The company is dedicated to designing and bringing business-class aircraft seating to life. This role supports the Engineering Department by contributing to essential engineering processes and project milestones, providing a valuable experience for the next generation of engineers.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Full-time (10-week, 40+ hours a week)
• Location: In-person, Huntington Beach, CA
• Pay: $25 hourly
• Team: Collaborates with Engineering Managers and a multidisciplinary team within the Engineering Department.
• Mission: To support engineering processes, project milestones, and prototype development to help meet departmental objectives.
• Tech Stack: Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), CAD system (SolidWorks or CATIA)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Project Planning: Collaborate with engineering teams to prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates for projects.
• Deliverables & Improvements: Contribute to project deliverables, technical documentation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Prototype Development: Drive prototype builds, perform hands-on assembly tasks, and participate in design validation.
• Data & Analysis: Collect and document test data during prototype evaluations and assist in troubleshooting efforts.
• Performance Evaluation: Evaluate prototype performance against design intent and requirements in collaboration with engineers.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering with an expected graduation date between December 2025 and June 2027. Requires a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and foundational knowledge in engineering.
• Experience: Familiarity with CAD systems (i.e., SolidWorks or CATIA) and experience with SAE Projects. Must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.
• Skills: Ability to apply foundational engineering knowledge, proficiency in CAD systems, strong problem-solving capabilities, and exceptional attention to detail.
• Bonus: Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C#, C++, VBA), proven leadership abilities, a strong team-player mindset, and a passion for the aerospace industry.