About the role#
As a Cyber Engineering Intern for Summer 2027, you will join our team to protect software that controls and monitors mission-critical payload systems. You will work alongside experienced engineers to identify cybersecurity risks, evaluate security controls, and support the development of resilient systems. This role involves contributing to the product lifecycle, including design, development, integration, and testing.
What you'll do#
- Solve real cybersecurity and engineering challenges that support secure, reliable payload operations.
- Assess systems for vulnerabilities, evaluate potential threats, and recommend mitigations.
- Collaborate with cyber, software, systems, hardware, and test engineers in a hands-on environment.
- Support security testing, system hardening, and the documentation of cybersecurity requirements and findings.
- Learn how cybersecurity is integrated into mission-critical systems with a focus on resilience, safety, and quality.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited degree program in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related scientific or technical discipline.
- Preference for students with a standing of sophomore or higher.
- Familiarity with at least one scripting or programming language, such as Python, Bash, or C/C++.
- Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn in a technical environment.
- A thoughtful, collaborative approach to solving problems and communicating ideas.
- Experience or exposure to security testing, vulnerability analysis, system hardening, cybersecurity labs, Linux or Windows administration, networking, or version control.
- Interest in embedded systems, aerospace, defense, or high-reliability industries.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- A Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is located on-site in Middletown, Rhode Island.
- This is a paid, full-time internship for Summer 2027.
About General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics that develops C4ISR technology. Founded in 1952, the company operates within the defense and space manufacturing industry. It provides solutions for land, sea, air, space, and cyber domains. The organization is based in Chantilly, Virginia, and employs over 10,000 people.
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