About the role#
Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is seeking a Systems Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Palmdale, California. You will work within technical and engineering organizations during your break from college.
What you'll do#
- Elicit and document project requirements.
- Manage requirement changes and track compliance assessments.
- Support the development of systems architecture.
- Assist with preliminary and detail design phases.
- Verify and validate system requirements.
- Identify and manage project risks.
What you'll need#
- You must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in an ABET-accredited Engineering program, Computer Science, or Physics.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
- You must be a US citizen and able to obtain a government security clearance.
- Experience or knowledge of system design and engineering development.
- Understanding of aircraft design is preferred.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and at least one programming language is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Palmdale, CA.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $22.66 to $31.67 per hour.
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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