Spring 2027 - IEF - Structures/ Structural Design Collegiate Associate

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend (50+ miles)

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Collegiate networking events

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace in Savannah, GA invites a Spring 2027 Collegiate Associate to apply classroom knowledge to real-world aerospace design. You will work on the Structural Design Engineer team, developing configurations, layout initial designs, and creating detail parts for aircraft structures.

You will collaborate with stress, systems, test, manufacturing, and regulatory teams, gaining hands-on exposure to CFR Part 25 and Gulfstream processes.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled full-time in an accredited university pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in the listed disciplines.
• On-site work in Savannah, GA during Spring 2027.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (unrounded) must be on resume.

Responsibilities

• Develop configurations and lay out initial designs for aircraft structures.
• Design detail parts, assemblies and installations; support programs from initial phase through type certification.
• Sustain in-production aircraft and investigate fleet issues and customer requests.

Skills

Airframe knowledge

3D CAD CATIA/NX

Manufacturing know-how

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering or related (in progress)

GPA 3.0 (unrounded)

Tools

CATIA V5

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

Job description

Spring 2027 - IEF - Structures/ Structural Design Collegiate Associatein 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

The Structural Design Engineer team is responsible for developing configurations, laying out initial designs, designing detail parts, assemblies and installations and supporting aircraft programs from initial phase through product type certification. The design engineer also sustains multiple inproduction aircraft, investigates fleet issues and customer requests, and works alongside multiple technical peers, including stress analysts, systems design engineers, test engineers, manufacturing engineers, production floor support personnel and regulatory agents. Knowledge of design configuration, design criteria, including CFR Part 25 regulations, material properties, load paths and industry and Gulfstream processes are examples of the knowledge, tools and techniques needed to design modern aircraft structures and components.

Typical Major(s):

Aerospace Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil
Engineering

Hobbies / Interests:

• A passion for airplanes: full-scale, hobby/kit and RC
• An interest in structures and a desire to understand how aircraft are designed and built to optimize performance (weight, aerodynamics) and reduce cost
• An interest in solid modelling, 3D CAD design and collaboration software: CATIA V5, Solid Works, Siemens NX, etc.
• Interest in 3D printing
• Participating in design projects involving structures: AIAA Design Build Fly competition, SAE Competitions, bridge design, etc.

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of airframe components, their purpose and design requirements
• 3D CAD design: CATIA or NX
• Manufacturing capabilities
• Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Strong written and verbal communication

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:
  • Detail Structural Design (preferred)
  • Preliminary Structural Design (preferred)
  • Mechanics of Materials (preferred)
  • Structural Analysis
  • Statics & Mechanics
  • Aerodynamics, Mechanics of Machines, Machine Design
• Must be available to work on-site in Savannah, GA during Spring 2027 semester
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (without rounding); must be listed on resume.

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 30, 2027. Interviews may be conducted before or after this date.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions: Perform other duties as assigned. Other Requirements:

1. Must be enrolled as a full-time student at the time of application and actively pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher.
2. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (unrounded); must be listed on resume.
3. Minimum duration: 10-12 weeks (summer); 10-16 weeks (spring and fall).
4. Must work onsite; this is not a remote position.
5. Must have reliable transportation.

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

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 236089

Category: Other

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Collegiate Associate

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.

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