Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul Engineering Intern - Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul Engineering

Responsibilities

• Support development of aircraft repair procedures for structural, mechanical, electrical, and battery systems 
• Assist in authoring service procedures and repair documentation aligned with ATA iSpec 2200 structure 
• Participate in teardown, inspection, and evaluation of returned components and assemblies 
• Support root cause investigations and failure analysis efforts 
• Evaluate repairability of composite and electromechanical components 
• Assist in creating work instructions, inspection criteria, and engineering change documentation 
• Support battery and BMS handling evaluations and process development 
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Flight Operations teams 
• Contribute to development of scalable MRO processes aligned with future FAA Part 145 pathway 
• Document repair data, test results, and continuous improvement initiatives 

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution 
• Strong interest in aircraft systems, sustainment engineering, and hands-on hardware work 
• Demonstrated academic or project experience in structural, mechanical, or electrical systems 
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation capability 
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment 
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident 
• Able to work onsite in Palo Alto, CA 

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in aircraft, electric vehicles, robotics, or motorsports teams (AIAA Design/Build/Fly, Formula SAE, etc.) 
• Exposure to composites, high-voltage systems, or failure analysis 
• Familiarity with aviation regulatory concepts (FAA Part 43, Part 145, airworthiness standards) 
• Experience working with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) and MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems 
• Experience using CAD tools (3DX preferred) 
• Shop, fabrication, or mechanical assembly experience 
• Interest in long-term career growth in aerospace sustainment or repair engineering 

Attributes aligned with Core Values

Safety Above All: Demonstrates a proactive safety mindset by embedding safety into daily work, identifying and mitigating risks, encouraging open dialogue about safety concerns, and continuously improving practices and protocols.
Customer Focus: Puts customers at the center of every action by understanding their challenges, delivering meaningful value, and supporting their success.
Work Better Together: Seeks and values diverse perspectives, builds cross-functional relationships, and fosters trust through empathetic, fact-based communication and commitment to shared decisions.
Be the Pilot: Drives results with clarity and purpose by focusing on what matters most, adapting to change, taking initiative, and owning outcomes.
Embrace the Unknown: Navigates ambiguity with resilience and bold thinking, challenges the status quo, and combines innovative ideas with practical approaches to overcome obstacles and drive progress.
Respect for People: Fosters a high-performance culture grounded in respect, professionalism, and support by balancing high expectations with a healthy, collaborative environment and being a trusted, dependable teammate.