Engine Test Engineering Intern — Summer 2027

Job overview

The Engine Test Engineering Intern — Summer 2027 is an onsite, full-time internship in Suffield, CT. The internship is paid, but the compensation amount is not specified. LiquidPiston develops compact rotary engines for aerospace, defense, hybrid power systems, and mobility applications. The intern supports engine and subsystem testing, instrumentation, data analysis, and test-cell operations. The work contributes to engine development by helping prepare and evaluate test hardware, investigate performance issues, document results, and collaborate with engineering teams.

What you'll do

• Support setup, execution, and monitoring of engine and subsystem tests
• assist with instrumentation installation, calibration, and troubleshooting
• collect and analyze test data
• prepare engines and supporting systems for testing
• assist with troubleshooting and root-cause analysis
• participate in test planning, procedure documentation, and reporting
• help fabricate and modify test fixtures
• maintain safe, organized test-cell operations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

engine test engineering intern

summer 2027

suffield ct

liquidpiston

engine testing

rotary engines

instrumentation

data analysis

test cell

mechanical engineering

propulsion

dyno testing

paid internship

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Summer 2027 internship for a student pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, or a related field. U.S. person status is preferred due to defense- and aerospace-related projects.

About the employer

LiquidPiston is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.