Mechanical Design Intern, Structures (Summer / Fall)

About this role

At Heart Aerospace we develop the ES-30, a regional hybrid-electric airplane with a capacity of 30 passengers, an electric zero-emission range of 200 km and an extended hybrid range of 400 km. Heart is targeting type certification of the ES-30 by the end of the decade.

Your Mission:

At Heart Aerospace, we’re shaping the future of sustainable aviation with the ES-30 — a regional hybrid-electric airplane designed for a greener world. We’re seeking a Mechanical Design Intern, Structures that is passionate about aircraft design, materials, and engineering fundamentals.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in the design and development of aircraft structures (fuselage, wings, empennage)

• Support CAD modeling using CATIA, Siemens NX or Solidworks

• Implement changes to the design based on structural analyses (static, dynamic, fatigue, etc)

• Learn and support FEA modeling with tools like Nastran, Patran, Abaqus, or ANSYS

• Assist with structural test planning, data collection, and validation

• Collaborate with engineers on manufacturing support and design troubleshooting

• Learn composite design principles

• Participate in team meetings, design reviews, and technical discussions

What You’ll Learn:

• How aircraft primary structures go from concept to production

• Load analysis, structural testing, and mechanical reliability

• Building and evaluating FEA models

• GD&T, DFMEA, and fundamental manufacturing concepts

• How engineering teams collaborate in fast-paced aerospace environments

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering

• Strong understanding of engineering principles and structural mechanics

• Familiarity with CAD tools (NX)

• Curious, motivated, and eager to learn

• Passionate about aircraft design and sustainable aviation

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have:

• Knowledge of composite materials (carbon, fiberglass) and metallic structures

• Experience with FEA methods or structural calculations

• Exposure to manufacturing processes or structural testing

• Understanding of FAA/EASA aircraft certification basics

Base Pay Range:

$30/HR — $35/HR USD

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