About the role#
This internship is based in Sunnyvale, California, within the Marine Systems Business Unit. You will join our team for the summer of 2027 to work on engineering software and analysis projects. This is a full-time, paid position requiring 40 hours of work per week for at least 10 weeks.
What you'll do#
- Write and develop scripts to support engineering tasks.
- Perform technical calculations.
- Analyze engineering data using statistical methods.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while maintaining the ability to work independently.
What you'll need#
- Current full-time enrollment in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university, with plans to remain enrolled in Fall 2027.
- A major in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, or a related STEM discipline combined with Computer Science or Software Engineering.
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
- A strong background in engineering principles, applied mathematics, physics, and numerical methods.
- Practical programming experience in Python.
- Proficiency in applying statistical methods to experimental data and engineering analysis.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Preferred qualifications include a cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher, experience with Linux environments, MATLAB, Git, and data visualization tools, as well as familiarity with signal processing or numerical modeling.
Location & details#
- Location: Sunnyvale, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: 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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