Mechanical Intern (Winter 27)

Role description

At Spaceium, we are building spacecraft systems designed to push the boundaries of what's possible in orbit. As a Mechanical Intern, you will work alongside our mechanical engineering team on real spacecraft hardware. This is a hands-on role where you will contribute to the design, analysis, build, and testing of the mechanical structures, mechanisms, and assemblies critical to our missions.

Responsibilities

• Support mechanical design and CAD modeling for spacecraft components, structures, and assemblies
• Assist with the design of mechanisms, brackets, fixtures, and structural elements
• Help build and maintain test setups, fixtures, and ground support equipment
• Support structural, thermal, and tolerance analysis tasks
• Assist with machining, fabrication, and 3D printing of parts
• Assist with assembly, integration, and testing of mechanical hardware
• Contribute to documentation, test reports, and design reviews
• Collaborate with electrical, software, fluids, and systems engineers

Basic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
• Familiarity with CAD tools (SolidWorks, NX, Fusion 360, or similar)
• Basic understanding of statics, dynamics, materials, and manufacturing
• Eagerness to learn and work in a fast-paced startup environment

Preferred Skills

• Creative problem solver with strong first-principles thinking, capable of assessing risk and making decisions with limited data.
• Experience in a nimble, technical engineering role, with a scrappy, entrepreneurial approach to meeting tight time or budget constraints.
• Hands-on experience with personal or academic mechanical projects, especially student design teams (rocketry, FSAE, robotics)
• Experience machining, 3D printing, or building and testing real hardware
• Familiarity with GD&T and design for manufacturability
• Exposure to structural or thermal analysis (FEA)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Additional Requirements

• Extended hours and weekend work may be required to support critical project and mission milestones.
• This role requires a physical presence at the Ottawa facility.