Mechanical Engineering Intern - Summer 2025
Melbourne, FL, US, 32935
Job ID: 111639
The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services.
Job Summary
Mechanical Engineering Intern Opportunity 🔧🌟
Kickstart Your Engineering Career in Defense!
Gear up for a dynamic summer with Leonardo DRS Land Electronics in Melbourne, FL! As a full-time Summer 2025 Mechanical Engineering Intern, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, playing a pivotal role in crafting and refining state-of-the-art products for compute and display systems. Our military products aren't just strong — they set the standard in defense technology. Your contributions will be key in driving these groundbreaking advancements.
Job Responsibilities
As a Leonardo DRS Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will:
- Design & Fabrication: Engage in hands-on experiences with mechanical and electro-mechanical components, from initial design to fabrication and modification. Explore areas such as Mechanical Analysis, Aerodynamics/Fluids, Thermal, Fluid Systems, and Mechanical Packaging.
- Innovate Solutions: Evaluate and recommend innovative design approaches to enhance product performance and meet production needs. Solve real-world product and process challenges.
- Daily Engineering Tasks: Support the engineering team with routine duties and tackle hands-on projects. Develop your independence and engineering skills through daily tasks.
- Building & Enhancing: Help design, build, and procure new or enhanced machines, tools, and fixtures. Play a key role in coordinating their implementation to streamline processes.
- Process Documentation: Take responsibility for completing crucial process documentation, including part and assembly drawings, bills of materials, and more.
- Project Review: Review project instructions and drawings to identify test specifications, objectives, and possible solutions. Support design for manufacturing by evaluating technical problems.
- Component Assembly: Devise, fabricate, and assemble new or modified electrical and/or mechanical components or assemblies. Become an essential part of our innovation process.
- Testing & Analysis: Set up and conduct tests on units and components under guidance. Analyze test results and make adjustments to meet design and test objectives. Document procedures, results, and recommendations for improvements.
- Data Documentation: Record testing procedures, numerical and graphical data, and propose changes to enhance products or test methods.
- Equipment Maintenance: Assist in creating documentation for maintaining equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Process Improvement: Contribute to the development of plant layouts and manufacturing methods. Lead initiatives for process improvements and efficiency boosts.
Why You'll Love This Role
- Collaborate & Learn: Work alongside experienced engineers who are enthusiastic and driven.
- Hands-On Experience: Gain practical knowledge and real-world experience in the engineering field.
- Growth & Development: Learn and grow in a supportive environment that values your contributions.
- Mission & Culture: Immerse yourself in our mission and values and help shape our organizational culture.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Must be actively enrolled in a 4-year undergraduate or master’s program in Mechanical Engineering or a related tech field
- Requires a minimum of two years of academic experience with a GPA that shines as bright as your ambition – 3.0 or higher!
- Familiarity with 3D modeling (Creo and/or SolidWorks)
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- A strong problem-solving mindset driven by intellectual curiosity
- Self-motivated and proactive approach to problem-solving
- Proficiency in MS Office 365
Preferred Qualifications:
- Some familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Some familiarity using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software
Only candidates that meet the qualifications set forth above are eligible to be contacted for further information. We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Nearest Major Market: Melbourne