About the role#
The Configuration Analyst Intern joins the Western Region Systems Engineering directorate at Northrop Grumman. This role involves performing technical planning, system integration, and verification and validation. You will analyze system effectiveness, cost, and risk while supporting total system requirements.
What you'll do#
- Plan and coordinate project documentation including engineering drawings, production specifications, and contract modifications.
- Review contracts to determine documentation requirements for each project phase.
- Analyze proposed product design changes to determine their effect on the overall system.
- Coordinate modification records for management control.
- Establish change orders and prepare documentation for authorization.
- Review and analyze released engineering change data.
- Coordinate changes across engineering, quality, support, manufacturing, and data control teams.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time student pursuing a Master’s degree in Library Sciences.
- Status as a full-time student for the Fall 2027 semester.
- Availability to work 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.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Redondo Beach, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Pay: $38 to $40 per hour.
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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