Internship – Mechanical Design Tools

At HyPrSpace, our mission is clear : to make advanced propulsion technology affordable and accessible for a wide array of applications, from civilian to defense. With our pioneering hybrid rocket engine, we're introducing a new era of aerospace capabilitiesà—more efficient, cost-effective, safer, and sustainable.

Joining us :

Join the adventure at HyPrSpace, where innovation, collaboration, and humor blend to create groundbreaking advancements in space propulsion.

As part of the #SpaceBakers team, you'll contribute to a unique, patented technological leap, embarking on the full lifecycle development of a launch vehicle. Immerse yourself in an environment that prioritizes a "test and learn" philosophy, ensuring your ideas not only take flight but soar.

At HyPrSpace, your work directly impacts our trajectory towards success, offering rapid skill development in an iterative, hands-on approach.

Enjoy competitive compensation and flexible working conditions, all within the vibrant surroundings of Bordeaux, a nexus of culture, viniculture, and coastal life

Role overview :

As a Mechanical Design Tools Intern, you will contribute to the development, improvement, and validation of internal tools used for mechanical design and thermomechanical modelling. You will take part in enhancing Elison (our internal tool), developing sealing calculation modules, and supporting experimental characterization activities.

Your work will directly impact the efficiency and reliability of our mechanical design processes for future propulsion systems.

Your key responsibilities :

As part of your internship and in direct connection with your academic training, you will contribute to the following missions :

Enhancements to the Elison tool

• Update documentation and user manuals.
• Integrate new geometries of flanges (including Rotscher cone) and explore coupling with seal components.
• Add composite materials capabilities.
• Update and validate the thermomechanical model embedded in Elison.
• Update the material library.
• Develop a friction coefficient database for screws (with possible integration to a short selection list).
• Improve the user interface and explore adding an automated screenshot/report generation tool.

Development of a sealing sizing tool

• Participate in creating a calculation tool dedicated to axial and radial sealing design.

Experimental characterization

• Support torque–tension relationship characterization tests.

Internship Details :

• Duration : minimum 3 months
• Start Date : from January 1st, 2026
• Work Schedule : Full time
• Location : On-site, Le Haillan, 33185, France

Who we are looking for :

• Currently in 4th year of engineering school, with a background in mechanical engineering or related fields.
• • Knowledge or interest in :
  • o mechanical modelling,
  • o thermomechanics,
  • o material science,
  • mechanical design tools and development.
• Familiarity with CAD or internal design tools is a plus.
• Comfortable with testing, documentation, and iterative development.
• Autonomous, proactive, and aligned with a test & learn mindset

What We Offer :

In return for your expertise and dedication, we're offering :

• The opportunity to contribute directly to tools used in the development of real aerospace components.
• Hands-on experience combining software, design, and experimental mechanics.
• Mentorship from experienced engineers in a dynamic startup environment.
• A stimulating ecosystem fostering innovation, agility, and personal growth.

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HyPrSpace is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. Our selection process is based on competencies requirements for positions only. If you are eager to make a significant impact, come as you are, we want to hear from you