About the role#
Northrop Grumman is hiring electrical engineering students for the Space Intern Program in Dulles, Virginia. This is a full-time, paid summer 2027 internship. You will work on-site for at least 10 weeks, applying engineering theory and principles to real-world projects.
What you'll do#
- Perform engineering design, development, analysis, and testing tasks.
- Ensure your work meets specific cost, quality, schedule, and performance requirements.
- Interpret design specifications, technical drawings, and test results to ensure compliance with engineering standards.
- Troubleshoot system-level problems to isolate root causes and recommend workarounds.
- Conduct verification testing and data collection to support corrective actions.
- Write technical documentation and contribute to presentations or technical papers.
What you'll need#
- Current full-time enrollment in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program in a STEM field, specifically Electrical, Computer, or Aerospace Engineering.
- You must be enrolled as a full-time student in Fall 2027.
- Availability to work 40 hours per week on-site for at least 10 weeks during the summer of 2027.
- U.S. citizenship.
Location & details#
- Location: Dulles, Virginia.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site, full-time.
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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