Summer 2027 -IEF- Environmental Control Systems Engineer Collegiate Associate Intern

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

Collegiate networking event

Competitive pay

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah, GA invites undergrad students to join the Environmental Control Systems (ECS) Systems Team for a Summer 2027 Collegiate Associate Intern role. You will work on real-world ECS projects, learn FAR Part 25, and support certification testing.

You will gain hands-on exposure to aircraft systems engineering, collaborate with suppliers, and develop documentation that demonstrates compliance while building design and analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a full-time student pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher (unrounded) listed on resume; on-site in Savannah, GA required for Summer 2027.
• 10-12 week summer or 10-16 weeks for other terms; on-site only.

Responsibilities

• Support ECS Systems Team in design and qualification of ECS components and aircraft systems.
• Coordinate with suppliers to conduct qualification testing and review engineering designs and drawings.
• Develop compliance documentation demonstrating adherence to FAA regulations (FAR Part 25).

Skills

Mechanical Design

Fluid systems

Pneumatic systems

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher (Mechanical/Aerospace)

Tools

Catia V5

Matlab

Job description

Summer 2027 -IEF- Environmental Control Systems Engineer Collegiate Associate Intern in GAC Savannah

What You'll Experience

• Real-world projects that make an impact
• Exposure to innovative practices
• Opportunities to build skills and professional connections

Education and Other Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher
• Must be available to work on-site in Savannah, GA during the Summer 2027 semester, beginning in May 2027.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (without rounding); must be listed on resume.

Join the ECS Systems Team for a Summer 2027 Internship!

The ECS Systems Team (Department 1701) is responsible for new product development and production support activities for Gulfstream's Environmental Control Systems (ECS) and related aircraft systems. These systems include bleed air valves and ducting, heat exchangers, cabin air distribution systems, passenger and crew oxygen systems, cabin pressurization systems, and wing anti-ice systems.

As part of the team, engineers perform detailed system performance analyses and support qualification and certification testing of components, assemblies, and full aircraft systems. The team works closely with suppliers to execute qualification testing, review engineering designs and drawings, and develop compliance documentation demonstrating adherence to FAA regulations.

During this internship, you will gain hands-on exposure to aircraft systems engineering, including system design and configuration management, certification requirements under FAR Part 25, engineering analysis methods, and testing techniques used to validate and certify aircraft systems. This experience will provide valuable insight into the engineering processes that support the development and certification of advanced business aircraft.

Typical Major(s):

• Mechanical Engineering
• Aerospace Engineering

Desired Skills:

• Mechanical Design
• Working knowledge of the principles of fluid/pneumatic systems
• Catia V5(computer aided design/drafting)
• Matlab
• Technical Writing

Hobbies / Interests:

• Passion for airplanes
• Desire to understand how aircraft systems are designed and built to optimize performance
• Interest in fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics, or direct effects of lightning on aircraft
• Advanced Design Projects in aircraft or systems design and performance

Preferred List of Classes Taken/Planned:

• Thermodynamics
• Fluid Dynamics
• Heat Transfer
• Systems Engineering

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, 2026. Interviews may be conducted before or after this date.

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:

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: 236074

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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