2027 Software Engineer Intern - Azusa CA

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Azusa, CA, seeks software engineering interns to join the AMSP unit. You will contribute to space and defense projects, focusing on C++ object-oriented software, testing, and integration within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

You’ll gain hands-on experience across design, development, and debugging, with exposure to AI/ML, cybersecurity, and distributed systems, while pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree.

Qualifications

• Be a student enrolled full-time pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree and will be enrolled full-time in Fall 2027.
• Majoring in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or related STEM field.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027.
• Able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance and U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite.
• Experience with at least one programming language such as Java, Python, C++, C#, or JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, documentation, testing, integration, and debugging of software written in various languages with emphasis on C++ OO.
• Ensure software standards are met and collaborate with a diverse team across disciplines.
• Engage in continual skill development and contribute to mission-related projects.

Skills

Java

Python

C++

C#

JavaScript

Data structures

Algorithms

Object-oriented programming

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in CS/CE or related

Tools

Git

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time 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. 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, professional development and networking opportunities, and our shared vision of global security. Northrop Grumman is seeking Software Engineers for an internship opportunity.

This position will be located at our Space sector in Azusa, CA. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Advanced Mission and Space Processing Operating Unit (AMSP). Type of work categorized under AMSP include: Protecting Warfighter, missile defeat, space control, and cyber defense Space & Multi-INT data fusion with sensor tracking algorithms Enabling Data-literate organization with Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning Developing credible wargames, exercises, and mission planning Sensor Models, Simulators & Analysis Massless payloads & 'Edge Processing' Fielding decisions in data poor environments.

Roles and Responsibilities As a selected candidate you can support the design, development, documentation, testing, integration, and debugging of software written in various computer languages but with emphasis on C++ OO. You can ensure software standards are met. Understanding the importance of collaborating with a diverse team and across disciplines in an often-dynamic environment is a philosophy you share and demonstrate. Continual skill development and knowledge expansion of your software and engineering expertise is part of your life. You live to solve challenges! Our mission to protect people, property, and democracy through the sensors we build is important to you. We offer phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly collaborative workplace. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. Does this sound like you?

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 computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or related Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) 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) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
• Experience with at least one programming language such as Java, Python, C++, C#, or Javascript
• Understanding of core computer science concepts like data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming

Preferred Qualifications

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher
• Previous internship, co-op, research, lab, or substantial class project experience
• Proficiency in one or more languages such as Python, Java, C++, C#, or JavaScript
• Familiarity with data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design
• Experience with Git or other version control systems
• Exposure to testing, debugging, and code reviews
• Familiarity with Agile development practices
• Coursework or project experience in areas like web development, embedded systems, cybersecurity, AI/ML, or distributed systems

Intern Pay Range

• Bachelor’s: $21.50 to $33.50 per hour
• Master’s: $30.30 to $41.00 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.

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.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future.

Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.