Systems Engineering Intern

Worker Type Supplemental Job  Description Our Summer Internship Program is meticulously designed to provide students with an immersive and dynamic experience within our industry, offering a taste of what it's like to be part of our professional team. We strive to simulate a full-time job, enabling our interns to work hands-on with cutting-edge technology, contribute to meaningful projects, build strong relationships with coworkers, and develop strategic problem-solving skills.

Our program is highly selective, hosting only a handful of interns each year, ensuring personalized attention and ample opportunities to work closely with AV team members.

We are hiring for various roles and locations throughout the U.S. During the interview process, we will discuss specific details regarding the team and location.

Summary As a Systems Engineering Intern, you will work alongside experienced systems engineers to support the design, development, and integration of advanced unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and their subsystems. This role provides hands-on exposure to requirements development, system architecture, technical documentation, and project planning — while offering real contributions to projects that matter.

What You’ll DoAssist in reviewing and analyzing customer requirements to understand system impacts

Help develop and document system-level requirements, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and specifications

Support trade studies, cost/schedule estimation, and technical planning efforts

Participate in design reviews and assist with creating materials for presentations

Collaborate with engineers from Electrical, Mechanical, Software, and Test disciplines to ensure effective integration

Aid in documenting and tracking system-level issues, risks, and changes

Contribute to test planning and verification/validation efforts

Gain experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and best practices

Perform various engineering support tasks under the mentorship of experienced engineers

Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills & Experience)
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a STEM field (Systems, Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline)
Strong interest in systems engineering, aerospace, or defense technology

Exposure to technical documentation or systems modeling through coursework or projects

Familiarity with engineering principles including requirements development, design, and integration

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Comfortable working in cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with UAVs, aerospace systems, or robotics

Exposure to systems engineering tools like DOORS, Cameo, or MBSE frameworks

Experience with technical drawings, schematics, or block diagrams

Coursework or experience in project planning, risk management, or design reviews

Interest in defense technologies such as avionics, communications, GPS, or propulsion systems

You Might Be a Good Fit If You...Are naturally curious and ask thoughtful questions

Enjoy solving complex problems and organizing technical information

Communicate clearly and professionally with technical and non-technical audiences

Like working in collaborative, multidisciplinary teams

Are proactive, self-motivated, and open to feedback

Additional Details

Location:

Office and occasional lab/test environments

Physical Requirements:

Able to sit or stand for long periods

Comfortable using standard office equipment and computers

Able to occasionally walk the facility floor or assist with light equipment

Clearance Level No Clearance The salary range for this role is:

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