Summer 2026 Intern - Structural Dynamics Engineer

Amentum•Houston, TX

About The Position

Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a Summer 2026 Intern - Structural Dynamics Engineer to join the team! This position will be performing structural dynamic analysis on spacecraft and lunar vehicles in multiple NASA human spaceflight programs. This includes Orion, Gateway, Human Landing System, Commercial Crew Program, Lunar Terrain Vehicle, Pressurized Rover, and others. This is a temporary role not to exceed 12 weeks.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited university.
Completed at least 45 credit hours.
Minimum of 2.8 GPA.
Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering student
Coursework: Statics, Dynamics
Working knowledge of Python, MATLAB, or C/C++
Must have excellent oral and written communications skills
Experience with desktop software applications, MS Office is required
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position.
Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Working toward a BS or MS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Coursework: Finite Element Analysis, Linear Algebra, Structural Dynamics, Vibrations, Signal Processing, Data Analysis and Reporting, Structural Analysis
Cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
Experience coding/scripting with Python, MATLAB, or C/C++
Experience using FEA software and a pre/post-processor
Experience with Unix/Linux
Familiarity with version control methods such as GitLab or GitHub

Responsibilities

Perform finite element model checks, dynamic model reductions, coupled loads analysis, interpret results, and communicate results to peers and management
Perform dynamic analyses using commercial and in-house codes, write new simulation scripts and code, typically with Python, as needed
Perform vibroacoustic analysis on finite element models in preparation for acoustic and random vibration tests
Identify critical modes for a component or integrated system
Review and process modal and structural data (analytical and test)
Develop and/or review test plans and procedures, documenting test results
Perform signal processing on analytical and/or test data