Missile Systems Engineer Intern

Leidos • Huntsville, AL

3d • $48,100 - $86,950 • Onsite

About The Position

Leidos is seeking a Missile Systems Engineering Intern for a missile defense program in Huntsville, Alabama. The internship is planned for January through May 2027, contingent upon award, and supports part-time work during the spring semester. The intern will work on-site in a collaborative, matrixed organization, alongside experienced engineers and in coordination with program management, Design Engineers, and SEIT Engineers. The role offers hands-on experience contributing to engineering deliverables and exposure to systems engineering, testing, integration, and the system design lifecycle on an active missile defense program.

Requirements

• 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 an equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university.
• Ability to perform in a collaborative engineering environment and work closely with multidisciplinary 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 in or relocate to the Huntsville, Alabama area to work on-site.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

• INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (SEP) or Associate Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP) certification.
• Experience working with Cameo Systems Modeler or related software.
• Experience deriving requirements for complex electrical, electromechanical, mechanical, and software systems.
• Experience with test execution.
• Experience supporting DoD, NASA, or DARPA programs.
• Understanding of DoD acquisition processes and methods.

Responsibilities

• Support requirements verification and validation activities.
• Help develop test programs, plans, and procedures.
• Participate in configuration management activities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams on complex defense systems.
• Gain exposure to the full systems engineering lifecycle on an active missile defense program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern