Summer 2027 - IEF - SE&I / Human Factors Collegiate Intern

Gulfstream Aerospace; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace, a division of General Dynamics, offers a collegiate Human Factors internship in Savannah, GA. You will contribute from day one on HF projects within a cross-disciplinary team, applying data-driven design principles to ensure safe, usable products and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include trade studies, simulator evaluation design, and data analysis using statistical methods. Onsite work with a path to meaningful professional connections in aviation design is

Qualifications

• Must have completed sophomore year or higher and be a full-time student.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Responsibilities

• Perform trade studies on system design concepts and present HF recommendations.
• Assist in design of part task simulation evaluations and predictive modeling.
• Apply anthropometric modeling tools for concept analysis.
• Use descriptive or inferential statistics to analyze data.
• Prepare and execute part task and simulator plans with data measurement techniques.
• Document evaluations in final engineering reports.
• Assist with validation and verification of requirements.
• Follow industry and regulatory design guidance.

Skills

Human factors evaluation

Flight deck experience

Statistical analysis

Communication (written)

Aviation industry knowledge

Education

Human Factors (engineering focus)

Aerospace Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Computer Science/Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

Your Future Takes Flight at Gulfstream

At Gulfstream, a proud division of General Dynamics, interns don't just observe; they contribute from day one. As part of a world-class team building the most advanced business jets, you’ll take on meaningful work in your area of focus, whether engineering, manufacturing, business operations, or beyond, within a culture grounded in integrity, pride, and excellence. Our corporate headquarters in Savannah, Georgia provides the ideal setting for your intern experience by combining professional opportunity with the charm of a historic coastal city.

in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills

Your Future Takes Flight at Gulfstream

At Gulfstream, a proud division of General Dynamics, interns don't just observe; they contribute from day one. As part of a world-class team building the most advanced business jets, you’ll take on meaningful work in your area of focus, whether engineering, manufacturing, business operations, or beyond, within a culture grounded in integrity, pride, and excellence. Our corporate headquarters in Savannah, Georgia provides the ideal setting for your intern 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 grow skills and professional connections

Program Structure

• Juniors: Two rotations required
• Seniors & Graduate Students: One rotation required

About The Position

The Gulfstream Human Factors Engineering (HFE) team works to ensure that Gulfstream's product development process follows a human-centered design approach. The team applies data-driven knowledge about the user's physical and cognitive capabilities and limitations to generate design requirements. These requirements are validated through structured evaluation and support regulatory compliance and certification. The goal of HFE is to ensure Gulfstream's products are safe, easy to use, easy to maintain, maximize total system performance, and are preferred by customers.

On Any Given Day, You May

• Perform trade studies on system design concepts and present human factors requirement recommendations to multidisciplinary design teams.
• Assist in the design of part task simulation evaluations for detailed design requirement definition using software and physical mockups, or predictive modeling tools.
• Work with a Human Factors Engineer to provide project recommendations in selecting and applying appropriate anthropometric modeling tools to design concept analysis.
• Apply appropriate data analysis methods (descriptive or inferential statistics).
• Assist in the preparation, development, and execution of part task and/or simulator plans that utilize data measurement techniques such as rating scales, questionnaires, and performance measurement calculation.
• Document evaluations in final engineering reports.
• Assist with validation and verification of requirements.
• Utilize industry and/or regulatory committee design guidance and/or regulations to support design aspects.

The following skills are required for an applicant to be qualified for this position

• Prior experience supporting a human factors evaluation/test within a flight simulator with a representative flight deck geometry.
• Prior experience performing an analysis of flight deck effects and crew actions resulting from system failures.
• Prior experience with statistical analysis of survey, evaluation, and/or test data and the documentation of results within a report or memorandum.
• Ability to convey technical and non-technical concepts clearly and succinctly in both written and verbal formats.
• Prior industry experience within aviation human factors.

Typical Major(s)

Education and Experience Desired

• Human Factors (engineering focus)
• Aerospace Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Industrial Engineering
• Industrial & System Engineering

Preference: Psychology for MS or PhD will be considered if candidate is pursuing undergrad in engineering. Psychology for BS will be considered if candidate has taken several engineering courses prior to internship.

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.
• Completion of sophomore year is required prior to the internship start date.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (without rounding); must be listed on resume.
• Rotation Requirements: Juniors - 2 rotations; Seniors & Graduate Students - 1 rotation.
• Minimum duration: 12-14 weeks (summer); 14-16 weeks (spring and fall).
• Must be 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: 234677

Category: Other

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Collegiate Intern

Number of Openings: 2

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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