Northrop Grumman is seeking a Vehicle Engineer Intern to join the Aeronautics Systems Intern Program. This position will be located in Iuka, MS. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Aeronautics Systems sector in the Aerostructures group.
The selected candidate will perform the following, including, but not limited to:
- Construct, troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust, test, and maintain equipment, components, devices, or systems.
- Work from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.
- Operate related equipment; conduct tests and report data in prescribed format.
- Perform calibration and alignment checks; make adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed.
- Prepare prescribed compounds and solutions.
Basic Qualifications
A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:
- Be enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university AND graduating after August 2027.
- Be majoring in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or other STEM major
- 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 (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
Preferred Qualifications
- Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher.
- Previous internship/co-op experience, leadership & teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and activities (professional/community/extracurricular)
Intern Pay Range
- Undergraduate degrees (Including graduating students planning on attending/enrolled in a full-time Master’s program): $17.50 to $31.75 per hour
- Master’s: $24.75 to $39.25 per hour
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The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.Skills Required
- Be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university and graduate after August 2027
- Major in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or another STEM field
- 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
- Be a U.S. citizen
- Cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher
- Previous internship or co-op experience
- Leadership, teamwork, interpersonal communication skills, and professional, community, or extracurricular activities
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
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Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.
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