Research And Development Intern

Bits to Atoms has partnered with Hybron to fill its R&D Engineering Internship role. To learn more about Hybron, you can review their website here.

Company Overview

Hybron is a defense technology startup pioneering a new manufacturing process for fiber-reinforced polymer composites that enables complex parts to be produced with greater strength, lower cost, and at 10 - 100x the speed of traditional methods.

We were backed by the Northrop Grumman Technology Accelerator, and we have been the first to successfully develop composite compressor blades that were successfully tested in a fighter jet engine. Our current focus is applying our proprietary process to artillery shells, drone airframes, and gas turbine component production.

If you want to join a fast-growing company that is solving mission-critical needs for the warfighter while reshoring U.S. manufacturing, then we want to speak with you.

About the Role

As you will be working at an early-stage deep tech startup, this role will span many different tasks. You will need to be a self-starter and adaptable to performing many different jobs. Along with these high expectations comes the opportunity to significantly influence the product development and trajectory of a fast-growing startup company.

The objective of this internship is to provide you with experience with Hybron’s composite manufacturing process and technology, with the intention of a return offer for a follow-up internship or a full-time offer.

Main Responsibilities

Hybron is an incredibly fast-growing startup. As a result, it is difficult to predict exactly what your role will look like. Being comfortable with wearing many hats and learning new skills is a key trait. You will be assigned one or a few major projects throughout your internship. This may include but is not limited to any of the following:

• Design composite parts and metal tooling for a specific application or project
• Prepare & lay up raw composite materials and fabricate & process composite parts
• Perform fabrication work on metal tooling, including steel and aluminum
• Operate various machines, including presses, ovens, power tools, CNC machines, 3D printers, and material test machines
• Perform mechanical, cosmetic, non-destructive, and destructive testing of parts with calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measurement tools

Growth Opportunity and Targets

Our hope is that you will be able to return for another internship or as an employee. This growth will come with more responsibilities, including but not limited to:

• Design composite parts and tooling (CAD and drawings with GD&T)
• Qualify, work with, and manage suppliers for material, tooling, machining, etc.
• Perform and lead hands-on work in R&D manufacturing trials
• Create standards and procedures for technicians to follow
• Contribute to the development of automation technologies and capabilities
• Directly interface with customers to identify technical requirements and deliverables and make sure they are met on time
• Contribute to patent applications, grant applications (such as SBIRs), and proposals

Requirements

Must be a US Person pursuant to the EAR and the ITAR definitions

• Ability to work full time, in person at our pilot facility in El Segundo for at least 8 weeks during Summer 2026
• High school diploma or equivalency certificate
• Able to operate heavy machinery, including but not limited to forklifts and presses
• Standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are general duties of the job

Compensation and Schedule

• $35 per hour Housing stipend available
• Mondays – Fridays
• Standard schedule is 8am – 4:30pm with a half hour lunch break
• Being in person during the standard schedule is expected daily