Description Do you enjoy mechanical design and analysis in a collaborative, agile, and rapid prototyping environment? Are you passionate about taking on design challenges associated with both crewed and autonomous maritime vehicles? If you are pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or Naval Architecture and want to work on some of the most exciting technical problems associated with surface vessels and submarines, we’d love to have you join our team! We are seeking a mechanical engineer intern with curiosity about computer-aided design (CAD) and analysis of mechanical systems. You will join a hardworking team of engineers in a collaborative development environment, designing mechanical systems for maritime use. We are passionate about crafting excellent technical solutions for our nation’s Navy and our team is committed to developing outstanding engineering talent and encouraging a culture of innovation and collaboration. As a member of our team you will… Design mechanical systems using a variety of CAD and modeling and design tools. Conduct simulation, analysis and testing of mechanical systems. Prepare for and conduct periodic design reviews, as well as technical reports and other briefing materials for presentation to all levels of staff and Government agencies. Work closely with JHU/APL electrical engineers, fabrication shops, systems engineers, and external vendors. Qualifications You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you... Are working towards a BS in Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Naval Architecture. Are interested in working with CAD (Solidworks, CREO or other design packages), stress and thermal analysis using finite element or physics-based software (ANSYS, COMSOL), Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) modeling and manufacturing processes Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship. Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 Scale. Have pursued technical projects and extracurricular activities outside of the classroom. You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you… Have classroom or professional experience working closely with autonomous vehicles (UxV’s), remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) or crewed maritime platforms. Have classroom or professional experience with Solidworks, CREO, or other design packages. Have classroom or professional experience performing finite element analysis (FEA). Have classroom or professional experience with MATLAB, Python, C++, OrcaFlex, or related software packages. Possess a current active secret clearance. Why work at APL? The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates. At APL, we celebrate our differences and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers. About Us APL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to promoting an innovative environment that embraces diversity, encourages creativity, and supports inclusion of new ideas. In doing so, we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact Accommodations@jhuapl.edu. Only by ensuring that everyone’s voice is heard are we empowered to be bold, do great things, and make the world a better place. The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Minimum Rate $22.60 Hourly Maximum Rate $47.95 Hourly