Mechanical Engineering Intern, Viasat Government
About The Position
As a mechanical engineering intern in the Carlsbad, CA office, you will have the opportunity to design, test, and investigate complex drone solutions to support autonomy and data transfer for various applications. Viasat has developed innovative solutions to support the low Size Weight and Power constraints of drone platforms as well as the satellite network capabilities needed to connect these platforms to other users that are beyond line of sight of the platforms. In this role, you will be responsible for envisioning and designing the drone payloads to include communications and other equipment as well as the interconnectivity of all components on the drone. You will be responsible for conducting various mechanical engineering tasks such as material selection, thermal analysis, structural design, etc. You will be empowered to coordinate with a dynamic, multi-functional team with strong personal ownership and vision. Internship Program Details: You will work onsite at a Viasat office location for the duration of your internship. Viasat embraces a flexible work environment and onsite/hybrid work is determined by individual roles and teams. Housing and relocation assistance are available to interns pending eligibility. To ensure equity across our intern population, intern compensation is pre-determined based on a variety of factors including: role, location, and final graduation date. Intern compensation is non-negotiable.
Requirements
- Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical engineering or a related technical field
- Your final graduation date must fall between December 2026 and August 2027
- Internship Dates: You must be available to work 40 hours/week for the full duration of the internship program as outlined in the cohort dates below. Limited exceptions may be granted. Viasat offers two options based on semester and quarter academic calendars: Cohort 1: May 18, 2026 – August 14, 2026 Cohort 2: June 22, 2026 – September 18, 2026
- Citizenship: This position requires U.S. citizenship
- Additional: Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks or equivalent)
- Familiarity with simulation tools
- Fundamental knowledge of thermodynamics and heat transfer
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite of applications
Nice To Haves
- Communication: Ability to write technical reports and explain designs
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills to resolve technical issues
- Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
Responsibilities
- Design, analysis, review, and justification of new parts, communications systems, and materials
- Investigation and resolution of manufacturability, quality, and supplier issues for components and sub-assemblies
- Creation and validation of test plans and procedures to validate hardware and in-flight performance
- Solving problems with a data-driven, multidisciplinary team approach
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
