Systems Security Engineer Intern - Summer 2027 (For SNC Summer 2026 Interns Only)

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with match up to 6%

Life insurance

Paid time off (3 weeks)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Hagerstown, MD, offers a Systems Security Engineer Intern for Summer 2027. In this in‑office role, you’ll join an aerospace and defense internship designed to provide hands-on experience and mentorship.

You’ll participate in technical projects, gain exposure to security engineering, and document your work while collaborating with a team of experts. This program emphasizes growth and practical learning.

Qualifications

• Sophomore, junior or senior in college/technical school, with at least 6 months until graduation after end of internship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
• Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Strong organization skills and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Participate in actual technical projects and contribute to team objectives by completing assigned tasks.
• Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced industry professionals in your field.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records as required.
• Assist in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data to support engineering decisions.
• Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements, timelines, and team goals.
• Perform hands-on technical work assignments to gain practical experience and build technical skills.
• Work closely with team members, absorb and learn from their expertise, and apply that learning to ongoing projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support the implementation of best practices.
• Participate in workshops designed to provide a deeper understanding of the business and company culture.

Skills

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Visio

Security clearance

Teamwork

Organization

Detail-oriented

Education

Engineering or related discipline (pursuing)

Tools

Microsoft Access

Job description

Systems Security Engineer Intern - Summer 2027 (For SNC Summer 2026 Interns Only)### Systems Security Engineer Intern - Summer 2027 (For SNC Summer 2026 Interns Only)Apply: In office: Hagerstown, MD: Part time: Posted Yesterday: R0030540Come start your career with some of the brightest and most innovative minds in the country! As a Technical Intern, you will participate in a comprehensive summer internship program designed to provide hands-on experience in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. You will work alongside industry experts, contribute to real-world projects, and develop valuable technical and professional skills. This internship offers a unique opportunity for growth through mentoring, cross-functional workshops, and direct involvement in company projects.The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber.**Responsibilities:*** Participate in actual technical projects and contribute to team objectives by completing assigned tasks.* Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced industry professionals in your field.* Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records as required.* Assist in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data to support engineering decisions.* Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements, timelines, and team goals.* Perform hands-on technical work assignments to gain practical experience and build technical skills.* Work closely with team members, absorb and learn from their expertise, and apply that learning to ongoing projects.* Identify opportunities for process improvements and support the implementation of best practices.* Participate in workshops designed to provide a deeper understanding of the business and company culture.**Qualifications You Must Have:*** Must be a Sophomore, Junior or Senior in college or technical school, with at least 6 months until graduation after end of internship* The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required* Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio* Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment* Strong organization skills and work ethic; detail oriented**Qualifications We Prefer:*** Microsoft Access skills* Pursuing a degree in engineering or a related disciplineThis posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.Estimated Starting Salary Range: $21.40 - $29.43. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.**IMPORTANT NOTICE:**This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We’re known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation’s most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.