Structural Engineering Intern — Defense Systems (Secret Clearance)

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a student intern in mechanical or aerospace engineering to work on structural analyses and design tasks. The role involves learning to analyze materials, fatigue, and safety margins while supporting ongoing projects in a dynamic defense environment.

Interns receive hands-on experience with CATIA, IDEAS and ProEngineer, with pay guidance by degree level and location. The program emphasizes professional development and potential pathways within Northrop Grumman.

Qualifications

• Be enrolled as a full-time student in an undergraduate or graduate degree program.
• Major in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.
• Availability to work full-time for 10 weeks in Summer 2027.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and develop structural engineering specifications for various materials and designs.
• Assist with dynamics, loads, fatigue, and thermal analyses as needed.
• Utilize CATIA, IDEAS, ProEngineer and related software for modeling and analysis.

Skills

Structural analysis

Engineering research

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

CATIA

IDEAS

ProEngineer

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a student intern in mechanical or aerospace engineering to work on structural analyses and design tasks. The role involves learning to analyze materials, fatigue, and safety margins while supporting ongoing projects in a dynamic defense environment.

Interns receive hands-on experience with CATIA, IDEAS and ProEngineer, with pay guidance by degree level and location. The program emphasizes professional development and potential pathways within Northrop Grumman.