Edison Works Engineering Intern - US - Signature Design & Test - Summer 2027

GE Aerospace; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Housing assistance

Job summary

GE Aerospace Edison Works offers internship and co‑op opportunities to work on advanced propulsion projects. You will engage in hands‑on engineering problems, receive mentorship, and contribute to next‑generation propulsion technologies for military applications.

As part of the Advanced Programs Signature Design & Test, you’ll build CAD models, mesh them, and analyze with CEM tools. Collaboration across aero, mechanical, and control disciplines will be essential, under expert supervision.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a full‑time registered and nationally accredited bachelor or graduate program.
• Active security clearance at the SECRET level is required for this role.
• Relocation support and housing assistance available for those who relocate.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing next‑generation military propulsion systems.
• Collaborate with aero, mechanical, thermal, and performance engineers on CAD modeling and analysis.
• Support electromagnetic characterization and radar cross‑section measurements with mentors.

Skills

Engineering aptitude

Analytical thinking

Programming language

Microsoft products

Education

Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering

Ceramic Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Computer Engineering

Computer Science

Electrical Engineering

Materials Science/Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen.

Job Description Summary

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen.

Job Description

Help invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely as a GE Aerospace Edison Works intern or co-op! At GE Aerospace, safety and quality are our top priorities — and in Edison Works, you’ll apply them while working at the forefront of advanced aerospace innovation. As part of this team, you’ll take on challenging, real-world engineering problems focused on developing next‑generation propulsion technologies for critical military applications. You’ll build professional and technical skills through hands‑on experience, mentorship, and training, while forming connections with fellow interns, engineers, and leaders. This experience will help prepare you for a potential full‑time career at GE Aerospace, whether through one of our leadership programs or direct‑hire opportunities.

In Advanced Programs Signature Design & Test, you will help pioneer next‑generation military propulsion systems by defining and delivering integrated survivability solutions to defend freedom around the globe. You will have the opportunity to participate in computational predictions, RCS testing, and analysis support activities to meet the capability needs of our customers. As a signature design engineer, you will gain experience building CAD models within NX or Patran, meshing those models, and then analyzing and post‑processing the models with either SENTRi (Government provided computational electromagnetic code) or one of our many internally developed GE Computational Electromagnetic (CEM) codes. You will also have the opportunity to collaborate with aero, mechanical, thermal, and performance engineers to achieve optimum designs as you plan and execute electromagnetic characterization and radar cross‑section measurements with industry expert mentors.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Minimum 3.0 cumulative G.P.A. on a 4.0 scale without rounding
• Attending a full‑time registered and nationally accredited bachelor or graduate program (accepted majors are listed below)
• Reliable transportation, as many of our sites do not have public transportation available
• Due to the nature of the duties of this position, this role requires the individual to have an active security clearance at the SECRET level.

Degrees Accepted

• Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering
• Ceramic Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Electrical Engineering / Electrical & Computer Engineering
• Materials Science/Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering

Or any relevant or similar major to the ones above

Eligibility Requirements

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. United States Citizenship required as a prerequisite for secret clearance.

Desired Characteristics

• Engineering aptitude and passion for aerospace technology
• An analytical approach to problem solving
• Strong knowledge of computer and Microsoft products
• Proficiency in at least one programming language
• Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn
• Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with honesty, contributes constructively
• Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed, and takes initiative
• Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision‑maker, and collaborative teamwork
• Problem solver: analytical‑minded, challenge existing processes, critical thinker

Benefits

Pay rates for this position begin at $20/hour and increase for each undergraduate year completed. Relocation support and housing assistance is available for those who relocate to a new city.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable‑suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes