About the role#
This Manufacturing Engineering internship is based in Annapolis, Maryland, within the Oceanic Systems Operation Team. You will support the manufacturing, enhancement, and sustainment of undersea systems and sonars. This is a full-time, paid position for the summer of 2027.
What you'll do#
- Review and implement manufacturing processes for complex electromechanical assemblies and undersea systems.
- Design and implement new manufacturing tools.
- Monitor production on the shop floor to identify opportunities for process improvement.
- Support Design for Manufacturing and continual improvement efforts to optimize cost, schedule, and quality.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time student in an accredited undergraduate or graduate degree program in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- You must be enrolled full-time for the Fall 2027 semester.
- Availability to work full-time for at least 10 weeks during the summer of 2027.
- U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance and Program Special Access.
- Experience with 3D solid modeling using CAD software.
- Preferred: Cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher.
- Preferred: Industrial or laboratory experience in areas such as machining, soldering, welding, or mechanical assembly.
- Preferred: Experience with additive manufacturing, Siemens NX software, Design for Manufacturability, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (ASME Y14.5), and inspection techniques.
Location & details#
- Location: Annapolis, MD.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: 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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