2027 Systems Engineer Intern - Chantilly VA

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in Chantilly, VA is seeking internship systems engineers to join the Intelligence and Sensing Solutions group. The role offers hands-on experience on secure, multi-domain projects and exposure to cutting-edge technology.

Applicants must be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or graduate STEM program, maintain a 3.0 GPA, and be able to obtain U.S. government clearance. The internship runs for at least 10 weeks in Summer 2027, with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Active Secret clearance required to start.
• Full-time student enrolled in Spring 2027.
• Pursuing a STEM degree such as Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, or Engineering Management.
• GPA 3.0/4.0 or higher.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours) for at least 10 weeks in Summer 2027.
• U.S. citizenship required for security clearance.

Skills

Secret clearance

Full-time student

STEM degree focus

U.S. citizenship

Education

Undergraduate or graduate STEM degree (CS/IS/Eng Sci/Eng Mgmt)

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. 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 Systems Engineers for an internship opportunity. This position will be located at our Mission Systems Sector in Chantilly, VA The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Intelligence and Sensing Solutions organization and assigned to one of our projects within the organization.

Basic Qualifications

• An active Secret clearance required to start
• 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 Spring 2027
• Be majoring in or having majored in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) degree such as Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline.
• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher (unofficial academic transcripts must be provided at time of application by uploading the documents to your application or profile)
• 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
• An active TS/SI clearance with Polygraph through the MD customer is required to start

Salary Range Level: Bachelor’s: $21.50 to $39.00 per hour Master’s: $30.50 to $48.00 per hour campusjobs Primary Level Salary Range: $21.50 - $39.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

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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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.