Mechanical Engineer Internship Summer 2026

Tendeg LLC is a premier spacecraft deployables company. Our novel designs are enabling exciting missions providing high gain antennas for sensor applications and communications. We have 12 antennas on-orbit and 20 flight deliverables occurring in 2025. Our missions include Earth Science (weather, surface deformation and change); LEO, GEO and lunar communications; synthetic aperture radar (SAR); and unique radio frequency sensors for commercial and government applications. We have apertures from 50cm to 10m, VHF to Q/V-band, and precise 2-axis gimbals. Consider joining our innovative and rapidly growing team.

Tendeg’s Philosophy

We encourage innovation and entrepreneurial energy. We are successful because we take a unique approach to solving problems. We look for creative thinkers and self-motivated people that can collaborate within our open team environment. TENDEG is an acronym for TENacious Design and Engineering Group. Obviously, tenacity is another trait we embrace.

Title: Mechanical Engineer Internship Summer 2026

Pay Range: $27.00 Hourly (Rates to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data).

As a Mechanical Engineering Intern, you will be supporting internal research and development (IRAD) efforts in novel material and product development, testing, and qualification. The IRAD team operates on the frontlines of product development, investigating the feasibility of new concepts and supporting appropriate integration with our highly demanding product lines.

Position Details:

• 3-month paid internship
• 40 hours per week
• No relocation assistance

Location: Louisville, CO

What you'll do:

• Work closely with the IRAD team.
• Create prototypes for new product concepts, often featuring soft goods materials. Experience with sewing, knitting, bonding, fabrics, cords, and fiber arts is desired.
• Designing, prototyping, and assembling test fixturing for evaluating materials and/or assembly performance.
• Designing, prototyping, and implementing data acquisition systems.
• Operating tests, including data acquisition software.
• Post-processing data for desired insights.
• Designing, prototyping, and implementing novel tools for in-situ product evaluation.
• Perform analysis and hand calculations as needed to support design development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications/Education:

• Currently pursuing a degree from a four-year university or relevant Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering course work. Must be working towards a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or any other relevant engineering certification.
• Strong ability to work in teams and collaborate with peers and internal customers.
• Strong analytical skills – comfortable working with quantitative and qualitative data.
• Ability to learn new processes quickly and effectively multi-task.
• Effective communication skills; comfortable working in a team environment; high energy and desire to learn.
• Demonstrate leadership experience through school or extracurricular projects.
• Exceptional attention to detail, organization and active listening skills.
• Strong emotional intelligence.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.

Benefits: As we are growing and investing in our company, we invest in our team. We recognize employee contributions through competitive salaries and bonuses and take pride in taking care of our employees. Here is how we show our appreciation:

• Company SWAG

• Dog friendly work environment

• Free company parking

• Break rooms fully stocked with snacks, drinks, and an espresso coffee machine

Must be a U.S. Person as defined by 22 CFR § 120.62."

Tendeg LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, national origin, veteran status and any other protected factor.

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