Product Design Intern Summer 2026

Company & Mission:

Agile Space Industries is a rapidly growing supplier of propulsion hardware and engineering services for the space industry. Headquartered in Durango Colorado with expanding operations in Mount Pleasant Pennsylvania and Tulsa Oklahoma Agile has achieved more than 40% year-over-year growth for the past three years and our momentum continues to accelerate.

At Agile we design build and test in-space propulsion systems that give spacecraft the ability to maneuver with precision reliability and purpose. Our technologies play a critical role in missions that range from lunar landings and resource utilization to national defense human exploration and commercial space transport.

We are seeking bold and driven individuals who thrive in a hands-on fast-moving environment and want to help write the next chapter of space history as part of a close-knit innovative team.

Agile Space Industries is seeking a Product Design Intern - Summer 2026 to be a part of the Product Engineering group onsite in Durango CO. This group designs tests and analyzes various engines propulsion systems and spacecraft components. This role provides mechanical design and analysis support to any of Agiles products during the iterative design-manufacture-test-analyze process of the program lifecycle. The role provides an opportunity to apply metal 3D printing to designs where applicable resulting in performance optimization. You will be a key member of the program team working closely with the cross-functional group that is designing manufacturing testing and analyzing components you are working on.

Responsibilities:

• Work on project assignments tailored to your specific skills under the guidance of experienced mentors.
• Work as a competent member of the team and willingly provides back-up support for coworkers when appropriate.
• Gain practical experience in the design analysis and/or test of components/sub-assemblies of one of Agiles products.
• Collaborate one-on-one with mentors in your discipline to enhance your knowledge and skills.
• Deliver an Exit Presentation at the conclusion of the internship highlighting project objectives experiences and progress made.
• Follow OSHA EPA Fire Regulations and published Company work rules.
• Performs other related duties as required such as engine assembly and cold flow testing.

Required Qualifications:

• Enrolled in or completed coursework towards a technical degree in Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering or Physics at an accredited college or university.
• Willingness to learn new topics as well as enthusiasm for space exploration.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in team environments.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic understanding of mechanical design fluid mechanics and thermodynamics.
• Familiarity with Computer-Aided Design (SolidWorks preferred) and hands-on hardware experience.
• Familiarity with gas dynamics additive manufacturing design for internal flows or pressure vessel design.
• Able to maintain confidential information for the company and within regulatory guidelines required.
• Show up to work consistently and on time.

Employment Type: Non-Exempt - Intern

Pay Range: $21 - $25 an hour. Plus a monthly housing stipend of $1000. (Please note the housing stipend is prorated)

Students joining Agile through our internship program will receive the opportunity to attend presentations from company leaders social and networking events as well as professional and personal development trainings. Interns also receive paid company holidays for any holidays that take place during their internship period.

What Youll Love About Us:

We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color region gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age veteran status or any other basis protected by law.

Dont meet every single requirement At Agile we are committed to fostering a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace. If youre excited about this role but your experience doesnt perfectly align with every qualification we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role or another opportunity with us.

Reasonable Accommodation

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Posting Timeline: This position will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days and will continue to accept applications until the role is filled. Early applications are encouraged as reviews and interviews may begin during the posting period.

Recruitment Notice: Agile Space Industries is not partnering with external recruiters or agencies at this time. Please do not contact our staff directly regarding open positions. All candidates must apply through our official application process to be considered.

The salary ranges provided in this job posting are indicative and may be adjusted for individual candidates commensurate with experience or technical compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act a potential new employees salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.

AGILE is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin genetics disability or age.

• Please note that if the position is covered by federal international trade regulations it is a requirement of the position that the individual be eligible to obtain any required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce.