Engine Performance Intern – Spring 2027

Job overview

The Engine Performance Intern – Spring 2027 role is onsite in Suffield, CT, five days per week. Compensation is described as paid, with no numeric amount specified. LiquidPiston develops compact rotary engines for defense, aerospace, unmanned aerial vehicles, and commercial power systems. The intern supports engine development through hands-on testing, data analysis, troubleshooting, and documentation. The work helps engineers evaluate performance and use test results to guide design and operating changes.

What you'll do

• Assist with planning, setting up, executing, and monitoring engine performance tests
• analyze engine test data
• investigate performance issues
• support calibration and optimization
• develop data-processing and visualization tools
• assist with instrumentation and data acquisition
• troubleshoot test setups
• collaborate with engineering teams
• document procedures, results, and findings.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

engine performance intern

spring 2027

suffield ct

liquidpiston

engine testing

performance analysis

thermodynamics

combustion

matlab

python

onsite five days per week

paid internship

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Hands-on internship in engine testing and development; paid compensation is stated without a numeric amount.

About the employer

LiquidPiston is hiring for this role. Industry: Motor Vehicle Gasoline Engine and Engine Parts Manufacturing. Sector: 33.