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Optical and Satellite Communications Mechanical Engineering Placement (12.5 months)

Bristol Area💼 Full-time💰 $24,246–$24,246🗓 2026-09-07 → 2026-09-26

Core

Designing 3D-printed and CNC'ed parts for prototype systems, writing and testing software, and integrating hardware for optical airborne connectivity and RF satellite communication systems.

Role type

Mechanical engineering placement (internship)

Builds

Prototype systems for optical and satellite communication

Domain

Aerospace, optical communications, radio-frequency systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Mechanical design, CAD software (Autodesk, Fusion 360, FreeCad), hardware integration, lab testing, field testing

Preferred skills

None stated

Technologies

Autodesk, Fusion 360, FreeCad

Responsibilities

Designing 3D-printed and CNC'ed parts for prototype systems; Writing and testing software; Integrating hardware and assisting with trials in the lab and in outdoor field tests

Seniority

Student, placement

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