Student Mechanical Design Assistant

Job ID: 7509
Date Posted: April 20 2026
The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking a Utah State University student in engineering or a related field to assist full-time mechanical designers.
This is a year-round position not a summer internship or temporary role. Students design their schedule each semester to accommodate their classes. Students generally keep their position until they graduate and may be retained up to one semester after graduation as they apply for full-time positions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Engineering-prototype part generation operating SDLs 3D printer
• Prepping parts for use in prototype form (may require sanding and fitting)
• Performing basic 3D printer maintenance
• Maintaining the consumables inventory
• Receiving work orders and scheduling parts for printing
• Documenting billing records
• Interfacing with vendors for non-user serviceable maintenance and upgrades
• Maintaining CAD common parts and materials databases
• Keeping common parts library accurate in-sync with SDLs inventory database
• Creating new common parts as needed using parametric design
• Keeping materials library up-to-date and relevant for both CAD and CAE software
• Entry-level drafting
• Producing basic mechanical drawings accurately communicating design intent for fabrication and archival purposes under the supervision of a Mechanical Designer or Engineer
• Updating and maintaining CAD templates

• Must be a Utah State University student with a minimum of one year completed working toward an ungraduated or graduate degree in engineering or a related field
• Must have at least one year remaining in school
• Must be able to work on-site in North Logan Utah
• Must be available to 15- 20 hours per week during semesters with the possibility of more hours being available during summer
• Extreme attention to detail with high level of craftsmanship
• Effective organizational and communication skills
• Experience with CAD software 3D printing and MS Office
• Ability to work flexible hours working occasional nights and weekends
• Demonstrated ability to stay on task without supervision
• Strong commitment to safety protocols and a risk-conscious mindset
• Must be a U.S. citizen lawful permanent resident of the U.S. or other U.S. person

• 2 years of school remaining
• Experience with Solid Edge SolidWorks or NX
• Experience with Cura OrcaSlicer or other slicing software

Student Scholar Program: SDL provides unique opportunities for student employees to develop real-world experience and knowledge beyond the classroom through our Student Scholar Program. This program offers monthly technical workshops outreach activities and academic stipends to eligible student employees. All SDL student employees are invited to participate in the program to expand their professional network while supporting SDLs mission.
SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites sensors and instruments ground systems and data processing and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers scientists technicians and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL we strive to uphold a culture of respect collaboration empowerment and accountability. We listen with open minds seek to understand diverse perspectives and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge involving others and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership act with integrity and be accountable. Above all we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 7 days; however it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly

For questions assistance or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program please contact