Aerospace Software Engineering Intern — Mentored & Hands-On

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; 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 in Dayton is seeking a Software Engineering Intern for a comprehensive summer program. You will work on real-world projects in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment, with mentorship from experienced professionals and exposure to cross-functional workshops.

You will contribute to technical projects, develop hands-on skills, and participate in planning and documentation to support engineering decisions.

Qualifications

• Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in college or technical school with at least 6 months until graduation after end of internship.
• Currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a 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.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

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

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Pursuing a degree in Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

CAD

MATLAB

Microsoft Access

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Dayton is seeking a Software Engineering Intern for a comprehensive summer program. You will work on real-world projects in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment, with mentorship from experienced professionals and exposure to cross-functional workshops.

You will contribute to technical projects, develop hands-on skills, and participate in planning and documentation to support engineering decisions.