MORSE Corp is an employee owned, small business based in Cambridge, MA, Arlington, VA, and Seattle, WA with a history of fielding cutting-edge technology. MORSE boasts a specially selected team of scientists, engineers, and software developers to deliver best-in-class technical solutions that solve difficult multidisciplinary problems faced by the US National Security Ecosystem.

We're looking for a talented Mechanical Engineering Co-op student who loves designing, building, and flying aerial vehicles to join our team at MORSE Corp. As a co-op student, you'll work on exciting projects involving aircraft designs, autonomous vehicles, sensor integration, and real-time embedded software. We need someone who can apply their problem-solving skills to rapid prototyping and has experience with aerial vehicles, mechatronics, or robotics. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, have excellent communication skills, and be able to take ownership of projects from start to finish. If you enjoy tinkering with electronics and are always up for learning new tech, we want to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES

Design, build, and flight test prototypes of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV)

Apply problem-solving skills to rapidly prototype and test novel ideas

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and integrate hardware and software components

Communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences

Take ownership of projects from concept to delivery

REQUIREMENTS

US Citizenship and the ability to obtain a US security clearance

Currently pursuing a BS or BA degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field

Demonstrated experience applying first principles to solve complex problems

Familiarity with SolidWorks, Altium, or other CAD programs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with unmanned aerial systems (fixed wing & VTOL platforms), flight controllers, power systems, sensors, navigation, communications, and R/C-based solutions

Proven experience with prototyping fabrication techniques such as 3D printing, CNC machining, and laser cutting

Strong understanding of aircraft design, flight mechanics, and aircraft stability and control

MORSE Corp’s pay range for this role carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors, including but not limited to, prior experience, education, skills and expertise, location, internal equity, and other factors that are job related and consistent with business need. Therefore, final offer amounts may vary from the amount stated.

Compensation

$27—$33 USD

The team at MORSE takes pride in being the smart team that is easy to work with. We focus on steady, long-term success while maintaining a collaborative, enjoyable work experience for our employees. For more information, please visit www.morsecorp.com.