Xona develops satellite navigation services delivering positioning, navigation, and timing data via a Low Earth Orbit network. Backed by NGP Capital.
About the role
As a Mechanical Engineering Co-op , you will be an embedded member of our Spacecraft Mechanical and Thermal team and contribute directly to the tools, systems, and hardware that enable spacecraft production and integration. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field. Expected graduation between December 2026 and May 2028
- Completed at least one prior internship or co-op in a mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, manufacturing engineering, or closely related hardware-engineering role
- Demonstrated experience designing, building, testing, or supporting mechanical hardware beyond coursework alone
- Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
- Ability to create or interpret mechanical drawings and basic engineering documentation
- Working knowledge of mechanical design fundamentals, including material selection, fastening, tolerancing, load paths, and design tradeoffs
More about this role
Xona is the navigational intelligence company bringing real-time, centimeter-level certainty to any device, anywhere on Earth.
With Pulsar – the world’s most advanced PNT satellite infrastructure in Low Earth Orbit – Xona will offer a future-proof, backwards-compatible global positioning system optimized for absolute precision, superior power, and robust protection.
As a Mechanical Engineering Co-op , you will be an embedded member of our Spacecraft Mechanical and Thermal team and contribute directly to the tools, systems, and hardware that enable spacecraft production and integration.
This is a six-month, full-time co-op intended for students who have already developed hands-on mechanical engineering experience through a prior internship, co-op, research role, or similarly rigorous engineering project. You will take ownership of meaningful engineering work spanning design, manufacturing, validation, and implementation.
You will work closely with experienced engineers in a fast-paced startup environment and see your work contribute to spacecraft production and integration.
Own the design and development of mechanical hardware supporting spacecraft manufacturing, integration, and...
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