Spring 2027 IEF Flight Sciences Software Performance Products Collegiate Intern

General Dynamics; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided housing

Competitive pay

Medical coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) match

Mentorship

Collegiate networking events

Job summary

Gulfstream, a division of General Dynamics, invites collegiate interns to apply software verification and performance projects within the Flight Sciences group in Savannah, GA. The role focuses on applying classroom knowledge to real-world aerospace software challenges and prepares students for a career in the industry.

Interns engage with Model Based Development, aerospace software certification, and tooling, while gaining mentorship and networking opportunities and working on-site for a 12–16

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled full-time in a bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace, Software, or Systems Engineering.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher (without rounding); must be listed on resume.
• On-site in Savannah, GA during the Spring 2027 semester.
• Minimum duration: 12 weeks (summer); 14-16 weeks (spring and fall).

Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Work on real-world software verification and performance projects.
• Collaborate with engineers in Flight Sciences to support software development and testing.

Skills

Matlab

Simulink

Programming & scripting

Education

Aerospace engineering

Software engineering

Systems engineering

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Spring 2027 - IEF - Flight Sciences / Software & Performance Products Collegiate Intern

Spring 2027 - IEF - Flight Sciences / Software & Performance Products Collegiate Intern in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills:

Your Future Takes Flight at Gulfstream

At Gulfstream, a proud division of General Dynamics, Collegiate Associates apply classroom learning to real-world challenges and gain valuable experience. You'll work alongside skilled professionals in a culture built on integrity, pride, and excellence—preparing you for future success in the aerospace industry.

Our corporate headquarters in Savannah, Georgia provides the ideal setting for your associate experience by combining professional opportunity with the charm of a historic coastal city.

What You’ll Experience

• Real-world projects that make an impact
• Exposure to innovative practices
• Opportunities to build skills and professional connections

About the Position

The Software and Performance Products team in Flight Sciences provides a focal point for the software verification and validation (V&V) activities needed for certification and support of the Gulfstream aircraft along with the software-centered development projects within Flight Sciences. This opportunity is within a team of engineers working on developing software for complex performance calculations and verifying control law software that will be directly used by Gulfstream customers.

Projects you may work on OR Skills you may gain

• Model Based Development
• Aerospace Software Certification
• Software Automation and Tooling
• Support resource planning and allocation using MS Project and/or other tools.
• Perform data analysis to support decision-making and project planning.

Desired Skills

Familiarity/experience with:

• Matlab
• Simulink
• Programming and/or scripting

Hobbies/Interests:

• Pilot's license

Classes taken/planned

• Control Theory
• Flight Dynamics
• Flight Controls
• Aircraft Performance
• Flight Planning

Education and Other Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher in one of the following disciplines or a related field:
  • Aerospace engineering
  • Software engineering
  • Systems engineering
• Must be available to work on-site in Savannah, GA during the Spring 2027 semester
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (without rounding); must be listed on resume.

Benefits Include

• Company-provided housing
• Competitive pay
• Medical coverage
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) match
• Mentorship
• Collegiate networking events

Please note that this job description may remain active until October 30, 2027. Interviews may be conducted before or after this date.

Education and Experience Requirements

Position Purpose:

Start your journey today by joining our team for a career-building experience that utilizes your skills within a world-class organization.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Must be enrolled as a full-time student at the time of application and actively pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher.
• Completion of sophomore year is required prior to the internship start date.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (without rounding); must be listed on resume.
• Rotation Requirements: Juniors 2 rotations; Seniors & Graduate Students 1 rotation.
• Minimum duration: 12 weeks (summer); 14-16 weeks (spring and fall).
• Must be onsite; this is not a remote position.
• Must have reliable transportation.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 235951

Category: Other

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Collegiate Intern

Number of Openings: 1

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

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