Infrastructure Engineer Co-op (Fall 2026 or Spring 2027)

General Dynamics Mission Systems•Pittsfield, MA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) has an immediate opening for an Infrastructure Engineer Co-op to join their team for the Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 semesters. This position provides an opportunity to work on projects that support some of our nation’s fundamental defense services. GDMS employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions. The selected candidate will be a member of an agile team responsible for delivering a robust, flexible, secure, and stable infrastructure for U.S. Navy surface ships. You will develop and configure common solutions to complex problems, test and troubleshoot in a lab environment, and create documentation to support a rigorous engineering process. You'll meet with your team daily to collaborate and problem solve to ensure we meet our commitments to the U.S. Navy mission. If you have interest or experience in Linux Server technologies and/or Microsoft Windows Desktop and Server technologies, IT systems administration, scripting and automation, and/or virtual environments, you are encouraged to apply! In addition to receiving a competitive wage, the Engineering Co-op will enhance their skill set by working among a talented and technically accomplished group of colleagues. Interns will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Requirements

Candidates should demonstrate a thorough understanding of engineering technology.
Must be enrolled in an accredited degree program in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related scientific or technical discipline.
Preference for a standing of a sophomore or higher.
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Interest or experience in Linux Server technologies and/or Microsoft Windows Desktop and Server technologies.
Interest or experience in IT systems administration.
Interest or experience in scripting and automation.
Interest or experience in virtual environments.
Creative thinking and an ability to grasp and apply new information quickly.
Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success.
Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

Apply classroom-learned skills to a Navy program supporting the defense of our country.
Develop and configure common solutions to complex problems.
Test and troubleshoot in a lab environment.
Create documentation to support a rigorous engineering process.
Collaborate and problem solve daily with the team to ensure commitments to the U.S. Navy mission are met.