Internship - Technical Intern ; NASA)
Listed on 2026-09-05
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Location: Edwards
AMERICAN SYSTEMS
, an employee-owned federal contractor, is seeking a Technical Intern 2 for a summer internship supporting NASA’s innovative aerospace research and flight missions at the Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC) at Edwards Air Force Base, California
.
Launch your career at AMERICAN SYSTEMS with this is an exciting opportunity for college students to gain hands-on experience, work alongside experienced engineers and technical professionals, and contribute to real-world projects that advance the future of aviation and aerospace innovation
.
As a Technical Intern 2 with AMERICAN SYSTEMS supporting NASA at the Armstrong Flight Research Center (AFRC), you will:
- Collaborate with NASA personnel
, AFRC partners
, aircraft technicians
, and multidisciplinary engineering teams on real-world aerospace projects
. - Perform a variety of assigned tasks under the direct guidance of experienced professionals in areas such as engineering
, software development
, database management
, and security analysis
. - Support Flight Instrumentation and System Integration Engineers with the design, integration, and testing of hardware, software,
avionics
, power, and instrumentation systems that enable safe and successful flight operations
. - Assist with technical problem-solving efforts to address complex engineering challenges and support the development of next-generation flight technologies.
- Gain hands-on experience applying classroom knowledge to mission-driven projects in a dynamic research and flight test environment.
- Contribute to technical activities, documentation, analysis, and system support efforts that help advance aerospace innovation.
- Must be a U.S. citizen
. - Must have a high school diploma and be currently enrolled in college or have 3–4 years of college coursework completed, or equivalent related work experience.
- Must have a basic understanding of engineering principles and systems engineering processes
. - Must be able to apply standard methods and approaches while demonstrating initiative
, problem-solving skills
, and sound judgment
. - Ability to work a 9/80 WORK SCHEDULE (alternating Fridays off) with core hours between 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
- Hands-on experience supporting real NASA mission and research activities.
- Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering and flight test operations.
- Opportunities to learn from experienced engineers, technicians, and technical professionals.
- Practical experience applying classroom knowledge to real-world aerospace challenges.
- A meaningful summer internship in a dynamic and innovative environment.
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $20.00/Hr.
- USD $25/Hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
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