Space Systems Software Engineer Intern (Clearance)

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking Software Engineers for an internship in our Space Systems Sector. This position is located in Illinois and offers a 10-week summer program designed to build practical skills and professional confidence. Interns will work on real projects under supervision and gain hands-on experience.

You will learn from experts, network within the enterprise, and leave with a resume-ready experience that enhances your future career in aerospace and software engineering.

Qualifications

• Be enrolled full-time in Fall 2027 in a STEM degree.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite.
• GPA 3.00/4.0 or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of duties in electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, or optical areas.
• Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems.
• Works from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.
• Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format.
• Performs calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed; prepares prescribed compounds and solutions.
• Exclude technicians working in Production or Quality Assurance

Skills

STEM major

Full-time student

Security clearance eligibility

Summer internship 10 weeks

Education

Undergraduate or graduate STEM degree

Job description

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking Software Engineers for an internship in our Space Systems Sector. This position is located in Illinois and offers a 10-week summer program designed to build practical skills and professional confidence. Interns will work on real projects under supervision and gain hands-on experience.

You will learn from experts, network within the enterprise, and leave with a resume-ready experience that enhances your future career in aerospace and software engineering.