Systems Engineering Intern - Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering (Avionics) - US - Summer 2027 - Returning Students

IF1139 GE Aviation Systems LLC; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Housing assistance

Job summary

GE Aerospace offers an internship/co-op in Grand Rapids, MI designed to develop professional and technical skills across aerospace systems for commercial and military applications. You will gain experience from design and analysis to hands-on work with aerospace systems and have the chance for a full-time position after graduation in leadership programs or direct hire opportunities.

You will work with a team on challenging problems, build relationships with leaders, and align placement with your

Qualifications

• GE Aerospace internship/co-op experience preferred.
• US Citizenship required.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
• Enrolled in full-time engineering program.

Responsibilities

• Design, analysis, development, and testing of aerospace systems.
• Write software requirements and perform software testing.
• Simulation, tool development, and program support.

Skills

Programming languages

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering student (Bachelors/Masters)

Tools

Common engineering software

Job description

Job Description Summary

Are you ready to see your future take flight? At GE Aerospace, we believe the world works better when it flies. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. We have a relentless dedication to the future of safe and more sustainable flight and believe in our talented people to make it happen.

Job Summary

Help invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely as a GE Aerospace intern or co‑op! You’ll build professional and technical skills in an aerospace systems & defense role working on challenging, real‑world problems to design aerospace systems for commercial and military applications & support through service life. Build relationships with interns/coops and leaders and prepare for a potential full‑time position after graduation in one of our fantastic leadership programs or a direct hire opportunity. You will gain broad exposure to the engineering field with an array of opportunities ranging from design & analysis to working hands‑on with aerospace systems. Ultimately, you'll be placed taking your preferences into account while also considering your major, year of schooling, and business needs at the time of placement.

Essential Responsibilities

An Aerospace Systems & Defense intern/co‑op may experience work in the development of engine controls, navigation, & guidance systems; gas turbine engine components; electrical power systems; mechanical systems; vehicle health & data management systems; mission systems; computing systems; and platform systems integration. Responsibilities may include design, analysis, development, and testing, writing software requirements, software testing, simulation, tool development and product/program support.

Qualifications / Requirements

GE Aerospace intern experience required. Due to the nature of our projects, US Citizenship is required. Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA off a 4.0 scale without rounding. Attending a full time matriculated and nationally accredited baccalaureate or graduate program in engineering (degrees accepted: Mechanical Engineering, Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering). Willingness and ability to work in the United States; primary locations are: Grand Rapids, MI; and Clearwater, FL. Reliable transportation, many of our sites do not have public transportation available.

Eligibility Requirements

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Due to the nature of our projects, US Citizenship is required.

Desired Characteristics

A solid commitment to a career in technology and a passion for engineering Humble: respectful, receptive, agile, eager to learn Transparent: shares critical information, speaks with honesty, contributes constructively Focused: quick learner, strategically prioritizes work, committed, and takes initiative Leadership ability: strong communicator, decision‑maker, and collaborative teamwork Problem solver: analytical‑minded, challenge existing processes, critical thinker Strong knowledge of computer and Microsoft products Proficiency in at least one programming language.

Benefits

Pay rates for this position begin at $24/hour and increase for each undergraduate year completed. Relocation support and housing assistance is available for those who relocate to a new city.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GE offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. This role requires access to U.S. export‑controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

Additional Information

GE Aerospace offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. GE Aerospace will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable). Employees may also be subject to random and reasonable‑suspicion drug and alcohol testing.

Relocation Assistance Provided

Yes

Culture

At GE Aerospace, we invent the future of flight, lift people up, and bring them home safely. We are a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial and military aircraft. At GE Aerospace, respect for people is core to our culture and commitment to FLIGHT DECK, our proprietary lean operating model. We attract, develop, and retain industry‑leading talent from all backgrounds and cultivate communities where people are respected and empowered to reach their fullest potential. For the people of GE Aerospace, their work isn't just a job. It's their passion and purpose. We work and win as one team, accountable to each other and our customers, and we are always finding a better way to climb higher together. We were meant to fly.