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Dallas, TX · On-site

Mechanical Engineer Dallas, TX Company summary: Founded in 1979 , this Dallas-based architecture ... Engineering, Government & Critical Infrastructure. Contracting Vehicles: GSA 621i VA FSS ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Mechanical Engineer Dallas, TX Company summary: Founded in 1979 , this Dallas-based architecture ... Engineering, Government & Critical Infrastructure. Contracting Vehicles: GSA 621i VA FSS ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Mechanical Engineer Dallas, TX Company summary: Founded in 1979 , this Dallas-based architecture ... Engineering, Government & Critical Infrastructure. Contracting Vehicles: GSA 621i VA FSS ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Mechanical Engineer Dallas, TX Company summary: Founded in 1979 , this Dallas-based architecture ... Engineering, Government & Critical Infrastructure. Contracting Vehicles: GSA 621i VA FSS ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Mechanical Engineer Dallas, TX Company summary: Founded in 1979 , this Dallas-based architecture ... Engineering, Government & Critical Infrastructure. Contracting Vehicles: GSA 621i VA FSS ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Mechanical Engineer Dallas, TX Company summary: Founded in 1979 , this Dallas-based architecture ... Engineering, Government & Critical Infrastructure. Contracting Vehicles: GSA 621i VA FSS ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

Mechanical Engineer Dallas, TX Company summary: Founded in 1979 , this Dallas-based architecture ... Engineering, Government & Critical Infrastructure. Contracting Vehicles: GSA 621i VA FSS ...

Techstaff

Mechanical Engineer

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

... our Government Group) - Successful candidates must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a ... Interns and 37 registered Professional Engineers. This high ratio of engineers allows them to take ...

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Mechanical Engineer

Albuquerque, NM

... our Government Group) - Successful candidates must be capable of obtaining and maintaining a ... Interns and 37 registered Professional Engineers. This high ratio of engineers allows them to take ...

TAP Engineering

Mechanical Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

... internships, co-ops, or academic projects accepted) * Working knowledge of SolidWorks or similar 3D ... Government requirements. Additional Information By submitting your resume for this position, you ...

TAP Engineering LLC

Mechanical Engineer

Columbia, MD · On-site

$100K - $140K/yr

... internships, co-ops, or academic projects accepted) * Working knowledge of SolidWorks or similar 3D ... Government requirements. Additional Information By submitting your resume for this position, you ...

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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship mechanical engineer government in the United States is $21.88, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Internship Mechanical Engineer Government vs Mechanical Engineer?

AspectInternship Mechanical Engineer GovernmentMechanical Engineer
CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of Mechanical Engineering programBachelor's or higher in Mechanical Engineering, possibly professional licensure
Work EnvironmentGovernment offices, public sector projects, labsPrivate companies, manufacturing, design firms, or government agencies
Employer & IndustryGovernment departments, public infrastructure projectsPrivate industry, manufacturing, consulting, or government roles
Search & Comparison IntentLearning about entry-level government internshipsUnderstanding career progression or job opportunities in mechanical engineering

Internship Mechanical Engineer Government positions are typically entry-level, focusing on training within government agencies, often requiring current enrollment or recent graduation. Mechanical Engineer roles are full-time positions requiring a degree and possibly licensure, with broader industry options. The internship provides exposure and experience, while the full engineer role involves responsibilities like design, analysis, and project management.

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Infographic showing various Internship Mechanical Engineer Government job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,516 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

Internship - Mechanical Engineering - Fall 2026

Firefly Aerospace

Cedar Park, TX

$17.75 - $23.75/hr

Internship

Posted 2 days ago

New

Firefly Aerospace rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

66th of 72 rated aerospace companies

Job description

ABOUT FIREFLY AEROSPACE

As an end-to-end responsive space transportation company, Firefly Aerospace is on a mission to enable our world to launch, land, and operate in space anywhere, anytime. Our launch vehicles, lunar landers, and orbital vehicles provide government and commercial customers with full mission services from low Earth orbit to the surface of the Moon and beyond. Headquartered in North Austin, Texas, Firefly is looking for passionate, hardworking innovators to join our team and help fuel our successful trajectory into space.

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 Responsible Engineers through all stages of component and system design, including preliminary concept, sizing, detail design, architecture layout, and drawing creation.

You will have the opportunity to gain design experience by developing novel solutions for challenging problems. 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

  • Develop new innovative design concepts for solving real problems related to our launch vehicle and spacecraft programs
  • Use engineering principles and fundamentals to provide novel solutions for technically challenging problems in the Internship focus area of Structural and Mechanical Design.

QUALIFICATIONS

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
  • Detail-oriented, managing multiple priorities while maintaining focus towards a common goal
  • Strong comprehension of design fundamentals, Aerospace experience a plus
  • Communicates effectively, verbal and written
  • Able to effectively prioritize and execute tasks

Desired:

Candidates should preferably have a focus in one of the following areas

  • 3D CAD, structural design, stress analysis, multibody dynamics simulation
  • Demonstrated history of exposure to, or interest in, aerospace structural engineering and/or composites
  • Current Mechanical or Aerospace engineering degree program.

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, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a 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.

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