Missile Systems Engineer Intern
Leidos
Huntsville, ALFresher55m agovia LinkedIn
About the Role
Leidos is seeking a Missile Systems Engineering Intern to join a missile defense program in the spring from January – May 2027. This internship offers hands-on experience with real systems that protect the nation, mentorship from experienced engineers, and exposure to cutting-edge missile defense technology. The role involves contributing to real engineering deliverables on a program where precision and excellence are essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Support requirements verification and validation activities.
- Help develop test programs, plans, and procedures.
- Participate in configuration management activities.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams on complex defense systems.
- Gain exposure to the full systems engineering lifecycle on an active missile defense program.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university.
- Ability to perform in a collaborative engineering environment working closely with multi-disciplinary teams.
- Ability to communicate effectively within a team environment.
- Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office Suite tools.
- Ability to support part-time work throughout the spring 2027 semester.
- Ability to reside or willing to relocate to the Huntsville, AL area to work on-site.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
Qualifications
- Obtained an INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) or Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP) Certification.
- Experience working with Cameo Systems Modeler or any relative software.
- Experience deriving requirements for complex electrical, electro-mechanical, mechanical, and software systems.
- Experience with test execution.
- Experience supporting DoD, NASA, or DARPA programs.
- Understanding of the DoD acquisition processes and methods.