Propulsion Engineering Intern
Regent
North Kingstown, RI, USA
Posted on Oct 5, 2024
REGENT is building the seaglider; the first electric flying machine that will transport commercial passengers. With a vehicle that never flies higher than a few meters off the water, we unlock the ability to fly twice as far as an electric aircraft, and certification by maritime authorities which will let us fly first passengers by mid-decade.
We are actively hiring passionate interns who can help us get our vehicle to market as quickly and safely as possible. We are backed by the world’s best investors: the same investors who are behind SpaceX, Palantir, Boom Supersonic, and more. We have over $9B in provisional orders from some of the industry’s largest operators and are hitting the ground running.
As a Propulsion Engineering Intern, you will directly enable the sea glider to move! The propulsion system provides thrust, energy, and the necessary connections between them. We have multiple roles where your skill sets can be narrow or broad, spanning propellers, motors, high voltage, distribution, and batteries. You will be a welcome asset and contributor to the REGENT propulsion group!
Role & Responsibilities:
- Propeller modeling and design
- Electric motor modeling and design
- High voltage distribution design
- Battery system modeling, attributes and requirements
- Propulsion testing
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Pursuing Mechanical engineering, Electrical engineering, or aerospace engineering
- Computer-Aided Design and Engineering drawing warrior
- Data and modeling analysis proficiency
- Labview, MATLAB Simulink or similar program
- Python, Microsoft Excel or MATLAB
Desired Qualifications and Skills
- Experience in test environments where safety is paramount
- Obsessed with engineering fundamentals and how things work
- Hands-on experience in extracurricular programs such as FSAE Electric, AIAA Design/Build/Fly, American Solar Challenge, and similar
- Hands-on experience as a mechanic or technician
- Bonus points for holistic experience and proficiency related to electric propulsion systems
Working at REGENT, you’ll be in a fast-paced environment with exciting new challenges daily. Your mentors are passionate about building zero-emission, high-speed seagliders that will revolutionize coastal transportation. Our team works collaboratively and across disciplines to safely marry the latest technologies from aviation, aerospace and nautical engineering.
Our Benefits include:
· Free lunch catered daily
· Office amenities including snacks, drinks, coffee & espresso bar
· Dog-friendly office
· Flexible hours
· Company-sponsored recreational events
Equal Opportunity
REGENT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.