Spring 2027 - IEF - Structures/ Structural Design Collegiate Associate

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Collegiate networking event

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA invites energetic students to join the Spring 2027 Collegiate Associate program in Structures/Structural Design. The role focuses on applying classroom knowledge to real-world aircraft structures, with collaboration across stress, systems, test, and manufacturing peers.

You will work on configurations, design criteria, and CFR Part 25 considerations while supporting multiple aircraft programs. On-site presence in Savannah is required.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or higher in one of the specified disciplines.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (unrounded).

Responsibilities

• Develop configurations and lay out initial designs for aircraft structures.
• Design detail parts, assemblies, and installations to support programs from initial phase through certification.
• Sustain in-production aircraft and investigate fleet issues in collaboration with cross-functional peers.

Skills

Airframe components knowledge

3D CAD design

Manufacturing capabilities

Microsoft Office

Written and verbal communication

Education

Detail Structural Design

Preliminary Structural Design

Mechanics of Materials

Structural Analysis

Statics & Mechanics

Aerodynamics, Mechanics of Machines, Machine Design

Tools

CATIA V5

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

Job description

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Spring 2027 - IEF - Structures/ Structural Design Collegiate Associate

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Spring 2027 - IEF - Structures/ Structural Design Collegiate Associate in GAC Savannah

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 the Spring 2027 semester
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (without rounding); must be listed on resume.

Benefits Include

• Housing stipend (if your permanent residence is more than 50 miles from Gulfstream)
• 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.

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.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (unrounded); must be listed on resume.
• Minimum duration: 10–12 weeks (summer); 10–16 weeks (spring and fall).
• Must work 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: 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.

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