Aerospace Engineering Internship

M4 Engineering is a dynamic and rapidly growing high technology engineering company located in Long Beach. We are currently seeking a highly organized, enthusiastic individual to join our engineering team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team performing engineering research and analysis for Department of Defense, NASA, and commercial clients. Paid internship opportunities are available in the areas of: **Structural Analysis** * Structural analysis for aircraft components through various stages of the design process * Optimization and material/concept trade studies * Structural dynamics, including modal and forced response * Detailed analysis and documentation of structural integrity for test support and certification * Structural analyses using MSC/NX Nastran and conventional hand calculations * Presentation of results to both internal and external customers **Multidisciplinary Design Analysis and Optimization (MDAO)** * Develop methods and software tools for multidisciplinary analysis and optimization * Define interfaces between disciplinary analyses and develop software that spans them * Structural, aerodynamics, thermal, and propulsion analyses * Verification and validation (V\&V) to ensure the software accurately predicts real-world behavior **Engineering Software Development** * Develop and maintain engineering software and analysis tools **Laboratory and Manufacturing Equipment** * Common shop tools - drill presses, grinders, saws, welders, etc. * Test equipment - load cells, electromechanical and hydraulic actuators, strain gages, accelerometers, pressure sensors * CNC machine tools * Data acquisition and sensor applications (e.g. strain gage, accelerometer) using National Instruments DAQ systems **Additional Requirements** * U.S. Citizen or permanent resident only * Excellent written and verbal communication skills * Programming experience in Python, FORTRAN, C/C\+\+, and/or MATLAB is a plus **About M4 Engineering** M4 Engineering is a dynamic, rapidly growing high-technology engineering company headquartered in Long Beach, CA, with a composite manufacturing facility - M4 Phoenix Technology Works (M4 PTW) - in Maricopa, AZ. Our engineers perform research, design, analysis, and manufacturing for the Department of Defense, NASA, and commercial customers. We offer a collaborative, casual work environment, a competitive salary, and great benefits, with excellent opportunities for advancement. M4 Engineering is an equal opportunity employer. Apply at https://www.m4-engineering.com/careers/aerospace-engineering-intern Pay: $18\.00 - $30\.00 per hour Work Location: In person