Space Systems Electrical Engineering Intern — Relocation Assistance

Northrop Grumman; California; On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Company-paid holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Intern, Electrical Engineer to join the Space Systems Sector. The role is located in Vandenberg, CA, with opportunities to work on spaceflight hardware and ground support systems.

You will assist with integration, testing, and operation of avionics systems, coordinate technicians, and contribute to manufacturing and launch activities while pursuing a Fall 2027 STEM degree. The program offers real-world experience in a leading aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled full-time in Fall 2027 in a STEM degree.
• Overall GPA 3.0/4.0 or higher; unofficial transcripts required.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours/week) for at least 10 weeks in Summer 2027.
• Must be able to obtain U.S. Government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Support development of new VSFB programs such as Next Generation Interceptor.
• Perform launch vehicle avionics hardware & software system integration, tests and launch operations.
• Coordinate and lead Electrical Technicians for integration, test, checkout, operation, and maintenance of flight systems.
• Hands-on electrical integration and test of flight hardware; work with electronic/electro-mechanical components.
• Create, edit, review, and maintain test procedures for manufacturing and launch pad operations.
• Lead testing and evaluation/validation of electrical systems.
• Coordinate and perform testing with customer, FAA, and site personnel.
• Support maintenance and upgrading of Electrical Ground Support Equipment and network gear.
• Troubleshoot and disposition hardware/software discrepancies; pursue root cause actions.
• Implement Lean solutions to reduce cycle times.
• Maintain launch day schedule; perform other duties as needed.

Skills

STEM degree

GPA 3.0/4.0

Full-time availability 40 h/w

U.S. citizenship eligibility for clear

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in STEM

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Intern, Electrical Engineer to join the Space Systems Sector. The role is located in Vandenberg, CA, with opportunities to work on spaceflight hardware and ground support systems.

You will assist with integration, testing, and operation of avionics systems, coordinate technicians, and contribute to manufacturing and launch activities while pursuing a Fall 2027 STEM degree. The program offers real-world experience in a leading aerospace environment.