Vehicle Design Co-Op - Spring 2027

Role Summary
Specter Aerospace is seeking a Vehicle Design Co-Op (4-6+ month cycle) to be a contributor to the vehicle design team. This position will assist the vehicle design team in designing components and systems for hypersonic flight vehicles, owning components and subsystems. A successful candidate for this position will be driven and passionate about design work.
About Specter Aerospace
Specter Aerospace is building the next generation of hypersonic vehicles for U.S. Forces and Allies. With offices in Boston and Peabody, MA, Specter leverages its advanced propulsion technologies, manufacturing, and testing capabilities to rapidly develop supersonic and hypersonic systems. Our Vehicle Design Co-Op will be based in our Boston (Seaport) office. Funded by a mix of government R&D organizations and private funding, Specter is expanding its team in preparation for flight testing and full-scale production.
Specter offers a wide diversity of tasks, projects, and technical exposure, all while providing co-ops with the same resources and project ownership as our full-time staff members. Our co-ops work closely with experienced engineers and scientists to complete projects that are critical to the mission of the company.
Role Responsibilities
Work in a fast-paced environment, designing systems and parts for hypersonic flight vehicles
Create drawings for manufacturing release
Own vehicle subsystems
Analyze components within a flight vehicle
Work between disciplines to efficiently design and optimize novel flight systems to meet internal and customer performance requirement
Integrate subsystems into bigger systems ensuring fit and functionality
Required Qualifications
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent
Prior experience using CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
Previous hands-on experience in a technical shop, lab, or a student organization
Comfort with project autonomy and fast-paced work environments
Strong collaborative skills and a drive to produce quality work
Fundamental understanding of mechanical engineering principles (statics, materials, thermo/fluids, etc…)
Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required)
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Preferred Qualifications
Previous professional or student team leadership experience relevant to the requirements for this position
Familiarity with GD&T
Amateur rocketry experience
Prior FEA/CFD experience
Prior DFAM/DFM experience
Experience with large assembly/builds
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Employment type
Co-op

Work arrangement
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