Mechanical Engineering Intern at Trak Tecom Corporation – Tampa, Florida

TRAK TECOM designs, builds, and delivers advanced RF electronic solutions and antenna systems for mission-critical performance across the aerospace and defense industry.

Our RF microwave and antenna solutions support Electronic Warfare (EW), Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), Radar, Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT), Telemetry, Tracking, Command & Datalink, and Communications helping customers achieve reliability, resilience, and high performance in the harshest operating environments.

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical Engineering Intern to support engineering activities within a DoD-cleared environment. This position is ideal for an upper-level undergraduate student pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) who is interested in gaining hands-on experience in a professional engineering setting.

The intern will work alongside experienced engineers on real-world projects involving mechanical design, analysis, and documentation. Must be local to the Tampa, FL area and available to work on-site for Summer 2026.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the design and development of mechanical components and assemblies
• Create and modify 3D models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks
• Support generation and review of technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports
• Participate in design reviews and configuration control activities
• Assist with prototyping, testing, and evaluation of mechanical systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams (electrical, systems, manufacturing)
• Support basic analysis activities (e.g., structural, thermal) under guidance

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (preferred)

• Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Exposure to thermal and structural analysis methods or tools (e.g., FEA)
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, machining, or fabrication
• Experience with additive manufacturing processes and fabrication
• Prior internship, co-op, or relevant project experience

Education:

• Currently pursuing a BSME from an ABET-accredited university
• Upper-level undergraduate (junior or senior) and formally admitted into the ME program
• Completed or currently enrolled in coursework covering: Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Drafting Using SolidWorks, Thermodynamics, Strength of Materials or Heat Transfer
• GPA = 3.0 in Mechanical Engineering coursework

What You’ll Gain:

• Practical, hands-on engineering experience in a professional environment
• Exposure to real-world DoD-related engineering projects
• Mentorship from experienced engineers
• Opportunity to apply academic knowledge to meaningful technical challenges

Security: U.S. Citizenship Required. U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a government security clearance.