Structural or Thermal Analysis Engineer Co-Op SpringSummerQE
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Job Location:
San Diego, CA - USA
Hourly Salary:
$ 28 - 32
Posted on:
30 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
**This is a full-time Spring/Summer 2026 Co-Op or Internship onsite in San Diego CA for currently enrolled students**
About Quartus
Quartus Engineering Incorporated () is a leading provider of engineering services and integrated hardware solutions for a wide range of clients and industries. We employ advanced computer-aided engineering tools in the areas of optics structural thermal and multi-physics analyses. We couple our engineering analysis capabilities with design prototype integration and test capabilities to create solutions for our clients that are of extraordinary value.
About the Aerospace Sector
Quartus is a key contributor to aerospace advancements specializing in engineering simulation and custom hardware. Weve played a vital role in a diverse range of optical systems launch vehicle and spacecraft projects involving design analysis testing and hardware assembly and integration. Our aerospace sector expertise also includes aircraft structural design analysis and testing including support for FAA certifications. Quartus excels in commercial and defense aircraft applications as well as custom optical systems like laser communications terminals and lidar payloads with both aerial and space applications.
What will you do
We are looking for Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Engineering Structural Engineering and Thermal Engineering students interested in working in a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment and who are excited about assisting on a variety of projects to join our growing team. Some examples of projects students have worked on in the past include design analysis software & control systems development prototype development and/or testing of satellites aircraft structures launch vehicles composite UAVs cell phones telescopes and opto-mechanical laser and camera assemblies.
Essential Job Functions:
Assist in Project Development
Work alongside engineers to contribute to the advancement of projects including conducting research and gathering data
Design and Analysis
Participate in the design process by creating drawings models or simulations. Assist in analyzing designs
Prototype Development
Help with hands on assembly and building prototypes of designs
Testing and Evaluation
Support in conducting tests (TVAC vibration jitter etc.) to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement
Documentation
Assist in documenting project progress including creating reports drawings and specifications. This may also involve maintaining records of test results and design changes
Collaboration
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers from different disciplines as well as project managers and other stakeholders
Problem Solving
Work on troubleshooting and solving engineering problems as they arise
Location
Position is based onsite in San Diego CA.
What are we looking for
Quartus is looking for aspiring individuals who want to make a difference in the world and in themselves. Our ideal internship candidates are:
Sophomores Juniors or Seniors currently enrolled at a four-year institution
Majoring in Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Engineering Structural Engineering Thermal Engineering or related fields
Proactive open-minded eager to learn and willing to work hard as part of a team
Interested in FEA (finite element analysis) and/or on-orbit thermal analysis
Interested in environmental testing (vibration TVAC etc.)
Available full time for specified term (40 hours per week)
Must be a US Person (US Citizen or Legal Permanent Resident)
Compensation and Benefits
Intern/Co-op pay range for students pursuing a Bachelors degree: $24.00 - 28.00/hour*
Intern/Co-op pay range for students pursuing a Masters degree: $28.00 - 32.00/hour*
*This range represents base addition you may be eligible for additional benefits and compensation.
Quartus is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to employing a diverse workforce including but not limited to minorities women individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.
Key Skills
- Stress Analysis
- Structural Design
- Structural Engineering
- Structural Steel
- Mathcad
- Engineering designs
- Aerospace
- CAD
- Construction Documents
- Autocad
- Engineering Drawings
- Structural Analysis
- Layouts
- Catia
- ANSYs
