Spring 2027 Control Systems Engineering Internship/Co-Op

Marotta Controls, Inc.; Parsippany-Troy Hills (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid Vacation

Sick Days

Personal Days

Paid Holidays

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Marotta Controls, Inc. in Parsippany, NJ, seeks a Spring 2027 Control Systems Engineering Intern/Co-Op to work on-site Mon‑Fri.

The program covers hands-on systems engineering, modeling and simulation using MATLAB/Simulink, and the preparation of SDRLs and related deliverables under expert mentorship. You'll contribute to the Power and Actuation Systems unit, network with interns and staff through development events, and have the opportunity to transition to a full-time role based on performance

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering.
• Strong GPA and excellent grades in core engineering courses.
• Experience with Matlab/Simulink modeling and simulation.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and perform control system simulations and modeling in MATLAB.
• Perform and complete SDRLs and other documents regarding System modeling, Plans, and other related systems engineering deliverables.
• Requirements management utilizing IBM DOORS
• Ensure accuracy of engineering SDRLs by review and commenting.
• Communicate technical and schedule problems, in a timely manner, to appropriate personnel when applicable.

Skills

Matlab/Simulink

Detail‑oriented

Problem solving

Education

Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering program

Job description

Position:Spring 2027 Control Systems Engineering Internship/Co-Op

Location: Parsippany, NJ

Job Id:2102-6554 - 28- B

# of Openings:1

Elevate your career at Marotta Controls, a New Jersey Top Workplace four years running!

Dedicated to innovation, quality and excellence, we deliver cutting edge control systems for the Aerospace & Defense industry. At Marotta, we value bold thinking and teamwork, and we empower our employees to push boundaries while delivering top-tier solutions to our customers. Our team fosters a fun, collaborative culture where creativity and technical excellence thrive! Your next big opportunity starts here. Be part of a company where your work supports a mission that makes a difference.

Spring 2027 Control Systems Engineering Internship/Co-Op

Location: Parsippany, NJ (On‑Site Monday - Friday)
Term: Spring 2027 with the opportunity to continue into Summer 2027
Application Deadline: October 2, 2026
Interview Power Day (onsite): October 16, 2026 – invitation only
Business Unit: Power and Actuation Systems

About the Program

Join Marotta Controls’ Engineering internship/Co-Op Program and take your classroom knowledge into the real world of aerospace and defense. As a Control Systems Engineering Co-Op, you’ll gain hands‑on experience insystems engineering work products, such as systems engineering management plans, requirement management, system analysis and simulation models, and documents while working alongside industry experts. You’ll apply mechanical and aerospace engineering principles to real projects, receive mentorship, and present your work to senior leadership at the end of your rotation. Along the way, you’ll also network with other interns and employees through professional development and engagement events. Internships are available with a variety of teams across the Power and Actuation Business Unit, design, production, quality, or test/development engineering.

Potential for Full-Time Employment

This internship/Co-op provides an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, develop valuable skills, and potentially transition into a full‑time position based on performance and organizational needs.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze and perform control system simulations and modeling in MATLAB.
• Perform and complete SDRLs and other documents regarding System modeling, Plans, and other related systems engineering deliverables.
• Requirements management utilizing IBM DOORS
• Ensure accuracy of engineering SDRLs by review and commenting.
• Communicate technical and schedule problems, in a timely manner, to appropriate personnel when applicable.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently enrolled in a Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering program.
• Strong GPA and excellent grades in core engineering courses.
• Experience withMatlab Simulink modeling and simulation.
• Detail‑oriented, precise, and organized with strong problem‑solving skills.
• Availability to work full‑time onsite beginning January 2027 through end of summer 2027.
• This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear.
• The Engineering Intern is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel
• The Engineering Intern is frequently required to sit at length, stand, walk, and move about the facility.
• The Engineering Intern may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 20 pounds

Work Environment

• This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear.
• The Engineering Intern is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel
• The Engineering Intern is frequently required to sit at length, stand, walk, and move about the facility.
• The Engineering Intern may be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 20 pounds

Why Marotta?

At Marotta, you’ll contribute to programs that support space exploration, defense readiness, and advanced aerospace systems. Your work will matter, and you’ll gain practical skills that will launch your engineering career.

Relocation assistance will not be provided.

Pay Range: $18 - $24/hr

Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.

At Marotta Controls, we are committed to a fair, performance-driven compensation approach that promotes consistency across all levels of our organization. We ensure that pay decisions are free from bias, based on objective criteria, and are regularly reviewed.

Your level and base salary will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job‑related knowledge and skills, experience, and internal consistency.

Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation package for this opportunity, including incentive compensation and a comprehensive suite of premium benefits. These include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, tuition assistance, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling options such as compressed workweeks. We value and reward employee achievements and host multiple engagement events each quarter to foster a strong, supportive workplace culture.