NanoReady- Engineering Technician-Co-Op Fall 2026
About The Position
Participants are not eligible for compensation from the company, as they receive compensation as a participant of the NanoReady Immersive Training Program. This is an opportunity for individuals to gain valuable experience through specific industry training. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Requirements
- Successfully completed Phase 1 – GMU Canvas online nanofabrication foundations course (20 hours | Feb 16 – Mar 1, 2026)
- Successfully completed Phase 2 – Full bootcamp week + ~240 hours of hands-on lab training at GMU's SciTech or Fairfax campus (Mar 9 – Aug 31, 2026)
- Clear understanding of Nano concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards
Nice To Haves
- Creative thinker with ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
- Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
- Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
Responsibilities
- Participate in hands-on training and job-shadowing opportunities aligned to organizational needs
- Support the GDMS mission of providing smarter mission critical systems and products to defense, civil government, intelligence, and cybersecurity customers
- Engage in professional development activities throughout the internship
- Network with GDMS leadership and industry professionals
- Complete training focused on: GDMS leadership expectations, Company history and culture, Customer and stakeholder engagement, Product and service overview, Core job responsibilities
Benefits
- highly competitive benefits
- flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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