Aerodynamics Engineer Intern - Summer 2027

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Englewood, CO

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About The Position

The Aerodynamics Engineer Intern will participate in a comprehensive summer internship program in an aerospace and defense environment. The intern will contribute to real-world technical projects, gain hands-on experience, and develop technical and professional skills through mentorship, cross-functional workshops, and involvement in company projects. The role is within SNC’s ISR, Aviation, and Security business area, which integrates manned and unmanned aircraft systems and provides end-to-end C4ISR capabilities, including design, integration, testing, certification, training, and logistics support.

Requirements

• Be a sophomore, junior, or senior in college or technical school, with at least six months remaining until graduation after the internship ends.
• Be currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Have strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Be able to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Have strong organizational skills and work ethic, and be detail-oriented.
• Be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship or work experience in a technical or engineering role.
• Familiarity with the aerospace and defense industry.
• Basic knowledge of engineering software tools such as CAD or MATLAB.
• Microsoft Access skills.
• Pursuing a degree in engineering or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Participate in technical projects and complete assigned tasks that contribute to team objectives.
• Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced industry professionals.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to support engineering decisions.
• Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements, timelines, and team goals.
• Perform hands-on technical assignments to gain practical experience and build technical skills.
• Work with team members, learn from their expertise, and apply that learning to ongoing projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support implementation of best practices.
• Participate in workshops about the business and company culture.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%.
• Life insurance.
• Three weeks of paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern