Aerospace Software Engineering Intern

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 31,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation invites eligible students for a Software Engineering Intern, a summer program offering hands-on experience in aerospace and defense. You will work on real projects, receive mentoring, and participate in cross-functional workshops, with opportunities to contribute to ISR, aviation, and related C4ISR initiatives.

This internship emphasizes documentation, data analysis, and teamwork in a dynamic, security-conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in college or technical school with at least 6 months until graduation after end of internship.
• Currently enrolled pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Strong organization skills and work ethic; detail oriented.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in actual technical projects and contribute to team objectives by completing assigned tasks.
• Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced industry professionals in your field.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records as required.
• Assist in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data to support engineering decisions.
• Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements, timelines, and team goals.
• Perform hands-on technical work assignments to gain practical experience and build technical skills.
• Work closely with team members, absorb and learn from their expertise, and apply that learning to ongoing projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support the implementation of best practices.
• Participate in workshops designed to provide a deeper understanding of the business and company culture.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Strong communication

Education

Engineering degree (B.S./B.E.)

Tools

CAD

MATLAB

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation invites eligible students for a Software Engineering Intern, a summer program offering hands-on experience in aerospace and defense. You will work on real projects, receive mentoring, and participate in cross-functional workshops, with opportunities to contribute to ISR, aviation, and related C4ISR initiatives.

This internship emphasizes documentation, data analysis, and teamwork in a dynamic, security-conscious environment.