Internship - Propulsion Manufacturing - Spring 2027
About the role
SUMMARY
Firefly has year-round engineering-focused internship opportunities for our locations in Texas. Both current undergrads and new graduates are encouraged to apply. As a Firefly Intern, you will support a growing, fast-paced team that is moving the launch business into full-rate production.
Ideal candidates will have a passion for advanced manufacturing. You will have the opportunity to gain experience in developing novel solutions to challenging problems, for which you will be responsible. These positions require high levels of creativity, flexibility, and collaboration. The ability to communicate effectively within a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural group is an absolute must.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with responsible engineers on tasks, including but not limited to:
- Apply technical knowledge to innovate, design, and develop processes, tooling, assembly fixtures, and procedures
- Drive projects to improve cost and cycle times
- Research new manufacturing methods and production processes
- Identify waste and implement process improvement opportunities
- Development of fabrication tooling
- Support Lean Manufacturing Initiatives
- Develop and implement a system support process and documentation
- Perform engineering analysis to determine root cause / corrective action on problem areas
Required
- Must be currently enrolled in either a BS or MS program (or a recent graduate) at an accredited four-year university or college
- Willing to work in a hands-on, constantly evolving environment
- Communicates effectively, verbal and written
- Able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
- Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings
- Solid understanding of GD&T and ASME standards
- Proficiency in design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) considerations
- Passion for Advanced Manufacturing technologies and applications.
- Experience with CAD Software and 3D modeling
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing methodologies
- Ability to use analysis to develop solutions to manufacturing problems
Desired
Candidates should preferably have a focus in at least one of the following areas:
- Demonstrated history of exposure to, or interest in, Aerospace propulsion and fluid systems
- Current Materials, Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, or Industrial Engineering degree programs
- Experience with Languages like Python and/or MATLAB
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Firefly Aerospace, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Firefly is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.
Where you can work
Fully remote, open only to people based in United States.
Copied from the listing Firefly Aerospace published, verified 29 Oct 2026.
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