2027 Mechanical Propulsion Engineer Internship - Dulles VA

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

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Intern, Mechanical Engineer Intern to join the Space Systems Sector in Dulles, VA. This internship offers hands-on experience in mechanical engineering, working with advanced space systems and engineering teams.

As an intern, you will contribute to designing, testing, and validating components while gaining exposure to full project lifecycles. Eligible students pursuing mechanical or aerospace engineering who can commit to 10 weeks and obtain security clearance are

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of duties in the mechanical areas. Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems.
• Works from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.
• Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format.
• Performs calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed; prepares prescribed compounds and solutions.

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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.

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 an Intern, Mechanical Engineer 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

Performs a variety of duties in the mechanical areas. Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems. Works from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions. Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format. Performs calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed; prepares prescribed compounds and solutions.

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 VA Intern Rates:

Bachelors: $26.75 - $32.50 Masters: $38.00 - $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.