# Mechanical Engineering Intern/Co-Op [Propulsion] at Odys

Mechanical Engineering Intern/Co-Op [Propulsion] at Odys in Long Beach CA. On-site, full-time. Posted August 11, 2026.

- Company: Odys
- Location: Long Beach CA
- Workplace: On-site
- Job type: Full-time
- Posted: 2026-08-11
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/odys-aviation/8f5e460a-98a4-4fd8-b880-d22071faa29f/application
- Source: https://jobmagic.ai/jobs/mechanical-engineering-internco-op-propulsion-odys-mhkx90

## Description

### **About Odys**

At Odys, we’re mobilizing power, with Hybrid Power Systems developed for aerospace and in-demand everywhere. It’s the kind of mission diversity that demands a fresh way of thinking.
We began with an early bet on hybrid, when the mobility industry was focused on batteries. We designed, tested, and validated our first 1 MW high-speed generator in 12 months. And then we pushed further, developing systems with greater power density in less time. Today, our Hybrid Power Systems offer outputs ranging from **20 kW** to **4 MW**, with applications in the air or on the ground.
One of those applications is **Laila**, an unmanned drone designed for critical logistics and defense missions. With its 100 kW-class onboard Hybrid Power System, Laila can support medical cold-chain transport or serve as an aerial platform for counter-UAS measures.
The market interest has been overwhelming: **Over 30** inbound requests from leading US and global manufacturers, and **14+ DoDcontracts**.
Our team comes from deep tech and aerospace, with backgrounds spanning drone and aircraft development, high-volume production, and electrified mobility.
We operate with urgency and ownership at every level. We validated high-speed generator technology faster than our peers, not because we skipped steps, but because we've been doing this long enough to know which ones matter most.
**Creating the future** of power, in the air and on the ground, is a challenge we’ve been training our entire lives for. If that sounds like you, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
 **About The Role**
Odys Aviation is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Intern/Co-Op to support the Propulsion Team. We are looking for someone who can work onsite at our Long Beach office 30-40 hrs/week for at least 10 weeks.
In this role, you’ll work closely with full-time engineers to design, build, and integrate mechanical hardware that supports electric and hybrid-electric propulsion systems, including motors, generators, inverters, and cooling hardware.
This is a hands-on internship where you’ll own real engineering tasks and contribute directly to flight hardware development—from CAD to parts in hand to vehicle integration and testing.
**What You’ll Do**

- Design and update propulsion mechanical components and assemblies as we transition from prototype builds to low-rate production

- Design hardware for bench testing and support hardware troubleshooting alongside propulsion engineers

- Help resolve design, fit and integration issues discovered during early builds

- Implement design improvements to simplify assembly, improve repeatability and reduce build time

- Create and maintain CAD models and drawings, following process to ensure traceability of design changes

- Assist with prototype and production hardware fabrication and assembly, learning firsthand how designs translate to the shop floor

- Develop work instructions, fixtures or tooling as needed to support assembly

- Document design changes, build feedback and lessons learned to support production ramp up

**What We’re Looking For**

- Currently pursuing a B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

- Comfortable designing hardware using CAD (NX, SolidWorks, or similar)

- Familiarity with common manufacturing processes; hands-on fabrication experience strongly preferred

- Enjoys being hands-on—designing, building, and integrating real hardware

- Able to work independently, take ownership of tasks, and ask good questions when needed

- Strong curiosity, attention to detail, and desire to make a meaningful impact

**Nice to Have**

- Participation in student project teams (UAVs, Formula SAE, robotics, rocketry, etc.)

- Experience with rapid prototyping (3D printing, basic machining, shop tools)

- Interest in propulsion systems, electric powertrains, or flight hardware