2027 Mechanical Analysis Intern - Dulles VA

Northrop Grumman; Virginia; On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mechanical Analysis Intern to join the Space Systems Sector in Dulles, VA. This internship offers hands-on work on static and dynamic structure analysis, with mentorship from senior engineers and exposure to space applications.

The role requires full-time availability for at least 10 weeks in Summer 2027, enrollment in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, and eligibility to obtain a U.S. government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Be enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree and will be enrolled full time in Fall 2027.
• Majoring in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or related.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) for at least 10 weeks during Summer 2027.
• Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).

Responsibilities

• Performing static and dynamic structure analysis.
• Reviewing requirements for materials, structure systems & subsystems.
• Selecting appropriate technical information and data from applicable products.
• Determining the technical principles involved and computing engineering characteristics to meet space requirements.
• Releasing results as technical documents after senior review.
• Developing innovative solutions and elaborating design concepts.
• Developing, coordinating, and conducting test programs required to evaluate design work.

Skills

Structural analysis

Engineering calculations

Team collaboration

Clearance eligible

Education

Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (undergraduate/graduate)

Tools

CAD

FEM software

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation’s history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they’re making history.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation’s history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they’re making history.

An internship at Northrop Grumman is unique. Sure, you’ll learn new skills, explore our enterprise, network with experts, connect with thought leaders, and finish with a resume that opens doors. But you’ll gain something even more valuable: pride in what you’ve done. Join us and launch your career. We’ll support you with training, and our shared vision of global security.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mechanical Analysis Intern to join the Space Systems Sector. This position will be located in Dulles, VA.

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Eastern Engineering Space Division.

Roles and Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include the following:

• Performing static and dynamic structure analysis.
• Reviewing requirements for materials, structure systems & subsystems.
• Selecting appropriate technical information and data from applicable products.
• Determining the technical principles involved, identifying the design path forward and computing the engineering characteristics to ensure consistency with the specifications design needs and requirements of space applications.
• Releasing results as “technical documents” after review by the senior members of the team.
• Developing innovative solutions and elaborating on design concepts.
• Evaluating completed designs with supervisor and other technical groups, and making modifications necessary to achieve the most ideal design.
• Developing, coordinating, and conducting test programs required to evaluate design work.

Basic Qualifications

A candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

• Be a student who is enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university and will be enrolled full time in Fall 2027.

• Be majoring in or having majored in a Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related.

• Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027.

• Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.70/4.0 or higher

Dulles Intern Pay Range: $26.75 - $40.00

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.