About the role#
This is a summer 2027 internship opportunity for a Materials and Process Engineering Intern based in San Diego, California. You will join the Materials and Process Engineering Program and Operations support group within the Structures Division. This is a full-time, on-site position requiring 40 hours per week for at least 10 weeks.
What you'll do#
- Develop processes for ceramic and organic matrix composite activities.
- Write code to support automated equipment and robotics implementation.
- Oversee material testing during R&D to evaluate material properties and performance.
- Analyze data and provide recommendations based on statistical findings.
- Produce technical documentation to summarize testing activities and results.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student in a STEM field, specifically Materials, Mechanical, Aerospace, or Computer/Electrical Engineering.
- You must be enrolled as a full-time student for the Fall 2027 semester.
- U.S. citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.
- Familiarity with composite applications and fabrication.
- Experience with coding or programming, specifically SPEL+ or C.
- Knowledge of automation and robotics.
- Understanding of PVD/CVD processes, glasses, glass ceramics, glazes, and coating applications.
- Preferred: A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Preferred: Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, and demonstrated teamwork or leadership experience.
Location & details#
- Location: San Diego, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- This role is on-site and 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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