Summer 2027 - IEF - Control Law Collegiate Associate Intern

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Collegiate networking event

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah invites a Summer 2027 Collegiate Associate intern to support the Flight Dynamics and Control Law team. You will assist with building and validating flight control laws, and contribute to analysis, modeling, and testing of control systems.

Interns collaborate with experienced engineers, gain exposure to MATLAB/Simulink, data analysis, and flight test support, working onsite at Gulfstream’s Savannah location.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as full-time student pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher (unrounded) must be listed on resume.
• 10–12 weeks (summer); 10–16 weeks (spring/fall).
• Onsite work required; remote work not available.

Responsibilities

• Assist in development, analysis, and testing of advanced aircraft control systems.
• Engage in MATLAB/Simulink modeling and data analysis tasks.
• Support flight controls engineers across the development lifecycle.

Skills

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

C/C++

Dynamic Systems

Data Analysis

Control Theory

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Pilot Certification

Drones/Robotics

AIAA/Formula SAE

Embedded Systems

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

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Summer 2027 - IEF - Control Law Collegiate Associate Intern

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Summer 2027 - IEF - Control Law Collegiate Associate Intern 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.

About the Position

Join Gulfstream's Flight Dynamics and Control Law team for a Summer 2027 associate internship. The Control Law group develops and validates the flight control laws that govern aircraft handling qualities, stability augmentation, autopilot functions, envelope protection systems, and fly-by-wire aircraft operation.

Interns will work alongside experienced flight controls engineers supporting the development, analysis, and testing of advanced aircraft control systems. Assignments may include mathematical modeling, simulation development, control law analysis, data analysis, flight test support activities, and verification of flight control system requirements.

Projects may involve the use of engineering tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, and aircraft simulation environments to evaluate aircraft performance and handling characteristics. Interns will gain exposure to the complete flight controls development process from concept development through laboratory testing and flight test validation.

Typical Major(s)

• Mechanical Engineering

Desired Skills

• MATLAB and Simulink modeling
• Programming experience in Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar technical languages
• Understanding of dynamic systems and feedback control principles
• Experience analyzing engineering data and presenting technical results
• Familiarity with linear systems, transfer functions, and control system design concepts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment
• Pilot certificate or flight training experience
• RC aircraft, drones, robotics, or autonomous systems
• Aircraft design teams, Formula SAE, AIAA Design Build Fly, or similar engineering competitions
• Embedded systems, microcontrollers, and hardware/software integration projects

Highly Preferred

• Aircraft Flight Dynamics
• Flight Controls
• Aerodynamics
• Classical Control Systems
• Dynamic Systems

Additional Beneficial Coursework

• State-Space Control Systems
• System Identification
• Numerical Methods
• Signals and Systems

Additional Qualifications

Students that have completed class projects, research, or extracurricular activities involving aircraft simulation, autonomous vehicles, robotics, control system design, guidance and navigation, or dynamic system modeling are especially encouraged to apply.

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: 236082

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

Nearest Major Market: Savannah
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