Multidisciplinary Engineer Intern

About the Role

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration, and intelligence mission support services. Nightwing is seeking a Multidisciplinary Engineering Intern with the technical and communication skills needed to support ongoing programs at our Springfield, Virginia location. This position is an onsite role.

Key Responsibilities

• Support of multidisciplinary engineering activities and senior engineers on various projects within the program
• Design and analysis of tools/mechanisms
• Creation of detailed fabrication drawings
• Mechanical testing
• Rapid prototyping and assembly
• Report and presentation writing
• Design review support

Requirements & Tech Stack

• CAD software package for mechanical design and documentation (SolidWorks preferred)
• Fundamental engineering coursework and knowledge
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficient with MS Office tools including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Project
• Ability to adapt to shifting program and task priorities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary, collaborative team environment balancing diverse project tasks and types
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited college or university, pursuing a M.S. or B.S. in Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, Mining, Computer, Software, Systems, or Electrical Engineering (or related discipline)
• Rising Junior or Senior by the start of Summer 2027
• A GPA of 3.0+ on a 4.0 grade scale is desired
• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and retain a U.S. Top Secret Clearance with a successful Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph (if hired full time after graduation)

Desired Skills

• Coursework in Mechanical, Civil, Aerospace, Mining, Computer, Software, Systems, or Electrical Engineering
• Experience working in a team environment
• Experience with mechanical assembly
• Working knowledge of common hand and powered tools
• Experience with laboratory testing
• Experience with computational analysis software (e.g. Matlab, Python, MathCad)

Note: Background check and drug screen required.