About the role#
This is a full-time Electromechanical Engineer Intern position based in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. You will join the Electronics and Payload Engineering organization within the Space Sector. The role focuses on electronic packaging and payload design, providing hands-on experience in hardware development, testing, and system integration.
What you'll do#
- Translate mechanical requirements into functional specifications.
- Assist with the design and packaging of payload Electrical Circuit Assemblies (ECAs), including board-level, chassis, and enclosure design.
- Manage parts lists and verify that designs meet manufacturing, system, and environmental requirements.
- Support structural and thermal analyses to check for durability, strength, and temperature-control performance.
- Develop environmental test fixtures for vibration and temperature testing.
- Participate in test campaigns, collect data, and help resolve technical issues.
- Create specialized setups for electronic and payload-level verification.
- Assist with hardware integration and troubleshooting in lab settings.
- Collaborate with vendors and the supply chain to support material procurement and resolve technical issues.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time student pursuing a bachelor's, master's, or higher degree in a STEM field, specifically Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer Engineering.
- You must be enrolled full-time for the Fall 2027 semester.
- Availability to work full-time on-site for at least 10 weeks during Summer 2027.
- U.S. citizenship.
- A cumulative GPA of 3.7 or higher is preferred.
- Previous internship or co-op experience, leadership capabilities, and strong communication skills are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Rolling Meadows, Illinois.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
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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