About the role#
Northrop Grumman is hiring an Aeronautical Engineering Intern to join our Marine Systems team. This internship provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional environment while contributing to mission-enabling solutions for global security.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited degree program.
- Intent to remain enrolled full-time in the Fall 2027 semester.
- Major in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
- Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, for at least 10 weeks during the summer of 2027.
- U.S. citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance and Program Special Access.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher is preferred.
- Preferred coursework includes Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Fluid Dynamics, or Aerodynamics.
Location & details#
- This position is located on-site in Sunnyvale, California.
- The internship is a full-time, paid position for Summer 2027.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a defense and space manufacturing company founded in 1994. It operates globally and maintains a workforce of over 86,000 employees. The company focuses on areas including autonomous systems, cyber security, space, and logistics. Its headquarters are located in Falls Church, Virginia.
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