Aerospace Engineering Internship

About the Role

The Aerospace Engineering Intern will help turn innovative designs into reality by supporting prototyping, testing, data collection, and cross‑functional engineering coordination. This 12‑week internship is based at our headquarters in San Diego, CA, and requires a fast‑paced, iterative development mindset. You will work alongside our engineering team to drive execution across the full development lifecycle of unmanned aerial systems. The role demands speed, ingenuity, and a relentless commitment to engineering excellence. • Support prototyping, testing, and data collection for unmanned aerial systems. • Coordinate cross‑functional engineering efforts across the full development lifecycle. • Assist with project documentation and maintain detailed records. • Ensure compliance with ITAR regulations as a U.S. Person. • Contribute to fast‑paced, iterative development environments.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸prototyping
• ▸testing
• ▸data collection
• ▸engineering coordination
• ▸documentation
• ▸itar compliance

What You Bring

• Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering, or a related field. • Demonstrate strong attention to detail and ability to work across multiple teams. • Possess effective communication and collaborative skills. • Experience in project coordination or support. • Preferred: Hands‑on experience with lab equipment, prototyping, or assembly. • Preferred: Familiarity with DoD or aerospace contexts.

Requirements

• ▸engineering degree
• ▸detail oriented
• ▸communication
• ▸project coordination
• ▸lab experience
• ▸dod familiarity

Benefits

The position is on‑site at our San Diego headquarters with flexible hours as needed. Employees work in an office environment and collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams. Compensation ranges from $28 to $32 per hour, reflecting experience, education, and market factors. This hourly rate may adjust based on our evolving compensation structure. Firestorm fosters a collaborative, respectful, and trust‑based culture that empowers passionate people to excel. We provide comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, and equity grants for new hires. Additional perks include unlimited PTO, a generous holiday calendar with a November‑December hiatus, parental leave, a lifestyle spending account, and a suite of insurance options such as hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident, and life/disability coverage. Employees also receive free mental‑health resources 24/7, as well as legal and financial support services.

Work Environment

Onsite