About the role#
Lockheed Martin is hiring a technical intern for the Summer 2027 term in Orlando, Florida. You will work within technical and engineering organizations during your academic break. This role requires working on-site in a classified lab environment.
What you'll do#
- Build models for current and future system designs.
- Perform performance analysis trades and conduct simulations to see how requirement changes affect system behavior.
- Develop tools for data analysis.
- Coordinate with teams on modeling and simulation scenarios.
- Support system timelines while working alongside software and hardware teams.
- Document system design and implementation for various use cases.
- Gain exposure to EO, IP, GNC, and AI-ML algorithm design, as well as requirements verification and validation.
- Collaborate with the requirements management team to ensure subsystem element models are accurate and linked to requirements.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree program in computer science, physics, computer engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or applied mathematics.
- US citizenship and the ability to obtain a government security clearance.
- Foundational proficiency in MATLAB or Python.
- Willingness to work on-site in a classified lab.
- Proficiency in MATLAB or Python and foundational knowledge of C++ is preferred.
- Strong math skills in linear algebra, matrix math, statistics, trigonometry, and coordinate transformations are desired.
- Demonstrated ability to perform GNC or IP assignments through coursework or professional experience is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Orlando, Florida, United States.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
- Work Modality: On-site.
About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a public company based in Bethesda, Maryland. Founded in 1912, the firm operates in the defense and space manufacturing industry. It employs over 114,000 people and maintains offices across the United States and internationally. The company focuses on aeronautics, space systems, and defense technology.
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