Spring 2027 - IEF - SE&I / Human Factors Collegiate Intern

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Paid Time Off

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Collegiate networking event

Competitive pay

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA invites students to join the Spring 2027 Human Factors Collegiate Intern program. You will contribute from day one within the Human Factors Engineering team, applying user-centered design principles to real-world jet development projects.

You will rotate through assigned tasks, gain hands-on experience with design evaluation methods, and collaborate with engineers across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Computer Science
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (without rounding) must be listed on resume
• Rotation requirements: Juniors – 2 rotations; Seniors & Graduate Students – 1 rotation

Responsibilities

• Perform trade studies on system design concepts and present human factors requirement recommendations to multidisciplinary design teams
• Assist in design of part task simulation evaluations for detailed design requirement definition using software and physical mockups
• Work with a Human Factors Engineer to provide project recommendations in selecting and applying anthropometric modeling tools
• Apply data analysis methods (descriptive or inferential statistics)
• Assist with preparation, development, and execution of part-task and/or simulator plans that utilize data measurement techniques
• Document evaluations in final engineering reports
• Assist with validation and verification of requirements
• Utilize industry and regulatory committee design guidance to support design aspects

Skills

Human factors

Statistics

Research methods

Communication

Aviation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science

Tools

CATIA V5 Human Builder

JACK

3DSSPP

OPTIS SPEOS

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Spring 2027 - IEF - SE&I / Human Factors Collegiate Intern

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Spring 2027 - IEF - SE&I / Human Factors Collegiate Internin GAC Savannah

Your Future Takes Flight at Gulfstream: Spring 2027

At Gulfstream, a proud division of General Dynamics, interns don’t just observe; they contribute from day one. As part of a world-class team building the most advanced business jets, you’ll take on meaningful work in your area of focus, whether engineering, manufacturing, business operations, or beyond, within a culture grounded in integrity, pride, and excellence. Our corporate headquarters in Savannah, Georgia provides the ideal setting for your intern experience by combining professional opportunity with the charm of a historic coastal city.

What You’ll Experience

• Real-world projects that make an impact
• Opportunities to grow skills and professional connections

Program Structure

• Juniors: Two rotations required
• Seniors & Graduate Students: One rotation required

About the Position

The Gulfstream Human Factors Engineering (HFE) team works to ensure that Gulfstream's product development process follows a human-centered design approach. The team applies data-driven knowledge about the user's physical and cognitive capabilities and limitations to generate design requirements. These requirements are validated through structured evaluation and support regulatory compliance and certification. The goal of HFE is to ensure Gulfstream's products are safe, easy to use, easy to maintain, maximize total system performance, and are preferred by customers.

On any given day, you may:

• Perform trade studies on system design concepts and present human factors requirement recommendations to multidisciplinary design teams.
• Assistin the design of part task simulation evaluations for detailed design requirement definition using software and physical mockups, or predictive modeling tools.
• Work with a Human Factors Engineer to provide project recommendations in selecting and applyingappropriate anthropometricmodeling tools to design concept analysis.
• Applyappropriate dataanalysis methods (descriptive or inferential statistics).
• Assistin the preparation, development, and execution of parttaskand/or simulator plans thatutilizedata measurement techniques such as rating scales, questionnaires, and performance measurement calculation.
• Document evaluations in final engineering reports.
• Assistwith validation and verification of requirements.
• Utilize industry and/or regulatorycommitteedesign guidance and/or regulations to support design aspects.

Required Skills:

• Experience with basic research methods and use of human subjects in evaluations and experiments.
• Prior experience with statistical analysis of survey, evaluation, and/or test data and the documentation of results within a report or memorandum.
• Ability to convey technical and non-technical concepts clearly and succinctly in both written and verbal formats.
• Demonstrated passion and/or prior knowledge of aviation.

Desired Skills / Interests:

• Experience with task analysis methods
• Experience supporting a human factors evaluation within a flight simulator
• Experience with survey development
• Experience performing an analysis of flight deck effects and crew actions resulting from system failures
• Experience with simulation software (e.g., CATIA V5 Human Builder, JACK, 3DSSPP, OPTIS SPEOS)
• Flying experience (e.g., PPL, CPL, ATP)

Preferred degree programs

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in one of the following disciplines:
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Science
• Must be available to work on-site in Savannah, GA during the Spring 2027 semester, beginning in January 2027. This position is specifically for the spring 2027 semester. This position will not have openings for the summer semester.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (without rounding); must be listed on resume.
• Actively enrolled in school during the time of the internship; expected graduation May 2027 or later.

Note: Psychology for M.S. or Ph.D. will be considered if candidate is pursuing undergrad in engineering.

Note: Psychology for B.S. will be considered if candidate has taken several engineering courses prior to internship.

Preferred List of Classes Taken/Planned:

• Introduction to Human Factors
• Design of Experiments
• Statistics
• Ergonomics / Biomechanics
• Sensation and Perception
• Cognition

Benefits Include

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off
• Housing stipend (if your permanent residence is more than 50 miles from Gulfstream)
• Medical coverage
• 401(k) match
• Collegiate networking event

Please note that this job description may remain active until October 16, 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: 235899

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