Technical Intern II, Structural Engineering

Boulder/Broomfield, CO

Job #614667

This is a temporary full-time position during summer 2010.

Who We Are

Ball Aerospace is a leader in design, development and manufacture of innovative aerospace systems. We produce spacecraft, instruments and sensors, RF and microwave technologies, data exploitation solutions and a variety of advanced aerospace technologies and products that enable exciting missions.

Ball Aerospace is known for its contributions in support of space and Earth science, exploration, national security and intelligence programs. We were also a pioneer in the development of the commercial remote sensing market, producing imaging systems and spacecraft that helped spawn a new market-driven demand for imagery. Our projects offer some of the most difficult and exciting challenges in aerospace. 

We employ approximately 3,000 talented engineers, scientists, technicians and support staff.  And one of the keys to our success is our people. Our employees take great pride in their contributions to better understanding our planet and protecting the nation.  

Summer Intern Program:

The Ball Aerospace Internship Program is a ten week summer program that provides candidates with:

• Practical experience on relevant aerospace and telecommunication projects while working with designated mentors
• A competitive salary
• Access to state-of-the-art equipment
• Possible future employment
• Housing assistance
• Relocation reimbursement
• In-house training
• Group activities

There are many recreational opportunities along the Colorado Front Range.  Our state is famous for its skiing, hiking, biking, mountain climbing and beautiful scenery.  We are also just 30 minutes from Denver, with access to all of the amenities that the mile high city has to offer.  

Over the course of a summer session, students are encouraged to participate in social and recreational activities, many of which are organized by the college relations department.  Mentors and department co-workers enjoy spending time with students at many of the activities.

What You´ll Do as an Intern:

• Work in a team environment assisting in the structural analysis and design of spacecraft, instruments, mechanisms, and/or optics.
• Communicate your analysis findings to engineers in other disciplines such as mechanical design, thermal, optics, and systems.  
• Tasks may include analyzing stresses from launch accelerations or thermal environments, determining dynamic modes, evaluating the distortion of optics, or writing code to improve the efficiency of the structural engineering group. 

Additional Requirements: 

• Coursework in statics, dynamics, strength of materials, and linear algebra
• Experience with at least one scientific programming language
• Experience in finite element analysis and CAD a plus
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Demonstrated interest in design and analysis through school projects and hobbies
• Proficiency with MS Office tools

What You´ll Need:

• Completion of Junior year toward a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Aerospace Engineering
• Enrollment in a degree program for the Fall 2010 semester

NOTE: You are welcome to apply for more than one type of internship (for example, Software Engineering and Electrical Engineering), however, we recommend only applying to one of these levels when submitting your resume:

Intern I = Between Sophomore and Junior year
Intern II = Between Junior and Senior year
Intern III = After Bachelor's, starting or continuing graduate school

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required.