IEF - Electronic Systems Engineering; Avionics) Collegiate Intern

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.

• Real-world projects that make an impact
• Exposure to innovative practices
• Opportunities to grow skills and professional connections

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

Join the Electronic Systems Engineering (ESE) organization as a Collegiate Intern focused on Avionics and Airborne Software Development. This position provides an opportunity to work on technologies that enable Gulfstream aircraft navigation, communications, flight deck systems, system integration, and next-generation aerospace capabilities.

Electronic Systems Engineering develops, integrates, and certifies aircraft systems ranging from flight deck applications and airborne software to communications networks, sensors, and integrated avionics architectures. Engineers collaborate across multiple disciplines to transform aircraft requirements into certified aerospace solutions.

As a Collegiate Intern, you will work alongside experienced systems and software engineers supporting the development, integration, verification, and troubleshooting of aircraft systems. Projects may involve software development, systems analysis, requirements validation, laboratory testing, model-based development, network analysis, or aircraft integration activities.

Interns may have opportunities to utilize software development tools, simulation environments, hardware-in-the-loop labs, and aircraft system integration test facilities to support the engineering lifecycle. Assignments are designed to provide meaningful engineering experience while exposing students to real-world aerospace development processes and certification considerations.

• Software development fundamentals
• Programming experience in:
  • Python
  • MATLAB/Simulink (preferred)
• Object-oriented software design
• Software verification and validation concepts
• Requirements-based development

• Embedded processor architecture fundamentals
• Real-time software concepts
  
  Digital communication protocols
• Systems integration and troubleshooting
• Model-Based Development exposure

• Familiarity with one or more of:
  • ARINC 429
  • AFDX / ARINC 664
  • CAN / ARINC 825
• Awareness of:
  • DO-178C
  • ARP
    4754A
  • Systems engineering lifecycle concepts

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in one of the following disciplines:
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Software Engineering
• Must be available to work on-site in Savannah, GA during the Spring 2027 semester, beginning in January 2027.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (without rounding); must be listed on resume.

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off
• Housing stipend (if your permanent residence is more than 50 miles from Gulfstream)
• Medical coverage
• 401(k) match
• Collegiate networking event

Please note that this job description may remain active until October 16, 2027. Interviews may be conducted before or after this date.

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