2027 Mechanical Design Intern

Description

Northrop Grumman gives employees the chance to work on systems that affect people's lives around the world, today and for generations to come. The company has a long history of technological firsts, from the first transatlantic flight to stealth bombers and the moon landing. Northrop Grumman looks for people with bold ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit who enjoy inventing the future.

Northrop Grumman is a space pioneer serving government, civil and commercial customers. Its experience in space is deep, and it provides reliable, agile and affordable space solutions.

An internship at Northrop Grumman goes beyond learning new skills. Interns explore the enterprise, network with experts and finish with a resume that opens doors, plus pride in their work. The company supports interns with training, professional development and networking opportunities.

Northrop Grumman is seeking Mechanical Designers for an internship. The position is based at the Space sector in Gilbert, AZ, within the Gilbert Mechanical Engineering Department (Structure Design).

Roles and Responsibilities

• Build 3D CAD models and generate engineering drawings to support satellite structure component design and procurement
• Interface with mechanical leads and cross-disciplinary teams to understand subsystem design requirements
• Update engineering drawings to support procurement, integration and test activities
• Take part in or lead structure design group continuous improvement and training efforts
• Organize and archive structure design group technical data and documentation

Basic Qualifications

Candidates must meet all of the following:

• Be a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university, and be enrolled full time in Fall 2027
• Be majoring in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
• Be available to work full time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027
• Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance and Program Special access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company (U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite)
• Have completed some coursework in mechanical design, mechanics of materials and manufacturing
• Have knowledge of Creo or other CAD software
• Have experience and success working within teams
• Be able to multi-task, and be a self-starter who can work independently
• Have strong interpersonal skills to drive the actions needed to complete assigned tasks
• Have strong organizational skills for managing time, projects and resources
• Show technical attention to detail on past projects and assignments
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher
• Experience with 3D printing or machining
• Proven leadership ability from past experiences
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government clearance

Intern Pay Range

Bachelor's: $18.50 to $33.50 per hour. Master's: $26.25 to $41.50 per hour.

Northrop Grumman standardizes internship pay using the anticipated graduation date, the cost of labor in the location and whether the internship is technical or administrative.

The application period is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, though it may be shortened or extended based on business needs and candidate availability.