About the role#
Lockheed Martin is seeking a Systems Engineer Intern for the Summer 2027 term. You will work on-site in Orlando, Florida, supporting the F-35 Maintenance Systems team. This is a full-time, paid internship.
What you'll do#
- Perform integration and test tasks for F-35 Maintenance Systems.
- Support the development of test automation.
- Collaborate on projects focused on the adoption and implementation of AI.
- Document and refine technical solutions to meet standards and best practices.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field.
- Understanding of basic engineering and computer science principles.
- Knowledge of Agile methodology and DevOps.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work well with internal and external teams.
- Knowledge of integration and test concepts, including the ability to create and refine test plans, logs, and reports.
- Experience with backlog management and Agile tools like JIRA.
- Experience or knowledge regarding AI principles.
- Must be a US citizen.
- Must be able to obtain a government security clearance.
Location & details#
- Location: Orlando, FL, United States.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
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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