2027 Mechanical Engineer Intern- Gilbert AZ

0909 SP - Orbital Space Systems; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for an internship opportunity located in the Space sector in Gilbert, AZ. You will join the Integration and Test (I&T) Team and contribute to I&T activities for space vehicle systems and their supporting hardware.

The role requires full-time availability for the summer of 2027, with duties ranging from test procedure development to analyzing results. Strong CAD knowledge (Creo) and team collaboration are essential, along with U.S.

Qualifications

• Be enrolled full-time as an undergraduate or graduate student and be enrolled in Fall 2027.
• Majoring in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship required).
• Knowledge of Creo or other CAD software.
• Experience and success working within teams.
• Proven ability to multi-task and work independently.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Technical attention to detail on past projects and assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties contributing to Integration and Test activities for space vehicle systems and their supporting hardware.
• Support developing test procedures, processes, software, and hardware designs that meet space vehicle requirements.
• Test space flight hardware safely, identifying hazards and constraints to ensure hardware health.
• Analyze test results and determine that space flight hardware operates as expected.
• Work in a team that covers all I&T activities for the space vehicle being tested.

Skills

Teamwork

Multitask

Self-starter

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

CAD software

FEMAP

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No

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. Northrop Grumman is a space pioneer, supporting government, civil and commercial customers in solving their biggest challenges. Our forward-leaning, innovative spirit is backed by a legacy of expertise that began at the dawn of the space age. Our mission experience in space runs deep, we know our customers well, and our capabilities are unmatched. This is what allows us to provide reliable, agile and affordable space solutions to best serve our customers. From defending freedom to advancing human discovery, we are defining what is possible in space every day. 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 Engineer for an internship opportunity. This position will be located at our Space sector in Gilbert, AZ. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's Integration and Test (I&T) Team.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• In this position, you will perform duties contributing to Integration and Test (I&T) activities for space vehicle systems and their supporting hardware.
• You could support developing test procedures, processes, software, support hardware designs etc. that adhere to the requirements for the space vehicle being tested.
• Tasks may include testing space flight hardware where it is expected that the systems under test are well understood and the test constraints and hazards identified to ensure the safety of the space flight hardware at all times.
• Test results will be analyzed and determinations made by the operator to ensure that the space flight hardware is both healthy and operating as expected.
• You will be working in a team environment where the team will be responsible for all I&T activities for the space vehicle being tested.

Basic Qualifications:

• 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 Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
• Knowledge of Creo or other CAD software.
• Experience and success working within teams.
• Proven ability to multi-task and self-starter able to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal skills to drive actions necessary to accomplish assigned tasks.
• Strong organizational skills in managing time, projects and resources.
• Technical attention to detail on past projects and assignments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher.
• Analysis experience using FEMAP.

Intern Pay Range:

• Bachelor's: $18.50 to $33.50 per hour
• Master's: $26.25 to $41.50 per hour

At Northrop Grumman, our internship pay rates are standardized and take into account three main factors: the anticipated graduation date of the individual, the cost of labor of the geographic location, and whether the internship is considered technical or administrative. campusjobs

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.

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