About the role#
This internship offers the chance to build software that controls and monitors mission-critical payload systems. You will work alongside experienced engineers on full-stack solutions, contributing to the product lifecycle from design and development to integration and testing. This is an on-site role based in Manassas, Virginia, for the Summer 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Solve real software and systems challenges that support reliable payload operations.
- Develop full-stack applications, including user interfaces, backend services, data flows, and system integrations.
- Collaborate with software, systems, hardware, and test engineers in a hands-on environment.
- Design, build, test, and improve features from early concepts through deployment.
- Learn how mission-critical systems are developed with a focus on reliability, safety, and quality.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Sophomore standing or higher is preferred.
- A thorough understanding of engineering technology.
- U.S. citizenship is required.
- Eligibility to meet requirements for access to classified information.
- A Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at the time of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Manassas, Virginia.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time, paid internship.
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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