Space Systems Mechanical Design Intern

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman invites you to join our Gilbert, AZ Space sector as a Mechanical Design internship. You will contribute to satellite structure components by building 3D CAD models and drawings, collaborating with mechanical leads and cross-functional teams to meet subsystem design needs.

The role requires full-time student status in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, summer availability, and the ability to obtain a U.S. government clearance. Prior CAD experience and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Full-time enrolled student for Fall 2027 in accredited college/university.
• Majoring in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Available full-time (40 hrs/week) for at least 10 weeks in Summer 2027.
• Able to obtain/maintain U.S. Government security clearance; U.S. citizenship required.
• Some coursework in mechanical design, mechanics of materials, manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Build 3D CAD models and generate drawings for satellite structure components.
• Interface with leads and cross-disciplinary teams to understand design requirements.
• Update drawings to support procurement, integration and test activities.
• Participate in/lead structure design group continuous improvement and training.
• Organize and archive design group technical data and documentation.

Skills

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Time management

MS Office

Education

Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (undergrad/grad)

Tools

Creo

Job description

Northrop Grumman invites you to join our Gilbert, AZ Space sector as a Mechanical Design internship. You will contribute to satellite structure components by building 3D CAD models and drawings, collaborating with mechanical leads and cross-functional teams to meet subsystem design needs.

The role requires full-time student status in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, summer availability, and the ability to obtain a U.S. government clearance. Prior CAD experience and teamwork are essential.