About the role#
This Systems Engineer Intern position is for the Summer 2027 term. It is a full-time, paid internship open exclusively to students who completed an internship at Sierra Nevada Corporation during the summer of 2026. You will work on actual technical projects alongside industry professionals to gain hands-on experience in the aerospace and defense sector.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to team objectives by completing assigned tasks.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to support engineering decisions.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records.
- Perform hands-on technical work and attend planning meetings.
- Work closely with team members to learn from their expertise.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and support best practices.
- Participate in workshops to build professional and technical skills.
What you'll need#
- Must be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior currently enrolled in a degree program for Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.
- You must have at least 6 months remaining until graduation after the internship ends.
- You must have been an SNC intern during the summer of 2026.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship is required).
- Prior technical work experience, familiarity with the aerospace industry, and knowledge of tools like CAD, MATLAB, or Microsoft Access are preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Lone Tree, Colorado.
- Modality: On-site or hybrid.
- This role involves working in office, laboratory, or workshop environments. You may need to lift up to 25 lbs and travel occasionally.
About Sierra Nevada Corporation
Sierra Nevada Corporation operates in the aerospace and national security sectors. The company develops systems for command, control, communications, and cyber operations across land, sea, air, and space domains. Founded in 1963, it remains a privately held business with headquarters in Sparks, Nevada. The firm maintains a workforce of approximately 5,300 employees.
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