Design Engineering Intern - Bohemia, NY - Summer 2027

Location: Bohemia, United States of America

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Innoveering, a wholly owned subsidiary of GE Aerospace, is a dynamic engineering development company with exciting projects and product development in the aerospace and defense sector. Primary focus is on developing advanced, high-speed propulsion engines to support the Department of Defense Modernization Priorities. Our customers and partners include the U.S. Government and major aerospace prime weapons systems companies.

In this role, you will collaborate with other engineers to design mechanical components for prototyping or parts for experimental rigs. To accomplish the given tasks, you must be familiar with mechanical design using CAD (preferably SolidWorks) and applying engineering principles to analyze the integrity and/or performance of the designed components. You should have an excellent understanding of the engineering design process, leading proof-of-concept ideas towards validated solutions. Communication and documentation are critical as you will often need to prepare slides (or other documents) to present to the team, whether it is to describe detailed designs or to discuss project progress.

Responsibilities

Design using 3D CAD and develop design from proof-of-concept to final manufacturable component

Perform 1D calculations and/or conduct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) simulations

Design and assembly of in-house equipment to test products and product concepts

Prepare drawings to manufacture prototypes or components of an experimental setup

Validate new designs and technologies through benchtop or larger-scale testing

Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop new ideas

Organize and/or attend meetings with team to discuss project tasks and schedule

Prepare presentations and slides to communicate ideas and/or progress on projects

Reports to Engineering Manager or senior Mechanical Engineers

Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship / Ability to pass background investigation & drug screening

Attending a full-time matriculated and national accredited BS, BE, or MS program in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field

Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA off a 4.0 scale without rounding

Ability to work well in a team environment and coordinate between various teams and disciplines

Proficient with 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred)

Strong understanding of engineering principles and applying them to technical tasks

Skilled with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Must be independent and self-motivated, demonstrating strong analytical skills and creative thinking

Eligibility Requirements

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

Preferred Skills

Understanding of compressible flow

Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and performing simulations in ANSYS Mechanical

Knowledge of Additive Manufacturing (AM), specifically DMLS, and DFAM techniques

Knowledge of GD&T and application to engineering drawings

Experience with experimental setups and equipment in a hands-on environment

Benefits

Pay rates for this position begin at $24/hour and increase for each undergraduate year completed. Relocation support and housing assistance is available for those who relocate to a new city.

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable-suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes