2027 Structural Dynamics Engineer Intern - Redondo Beach CA
About The Position
Northrop Grumman is seeking Structural Dynamics Engineers for a summer 2027 internship in its Space sector in Redondo Beach, California. The intern will join the Western Region Vehicle and Mechanical Engineering discipline and contribute to structural dynamics design and analysis for vibration, acoustic, and shock environments. The role includes analysis using advanced numerical methods and software such as NASTRAN, FEMAP, VAONE, and MATLAB; establishing and reviewing dynamic environments and requirements; supporting dynamics testing and model correlation; and preparing technical documents and presentations. Candidates must be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university and remain enrolled full-time in Fall 2027. The internship requires availability to work 40 hours per week for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance and Program Special Access; U.S. citizenship is required.
Requirements
- Be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or graduate degree program at an accredited college or university and be enrolled full-time in Fall 2027.
- Major in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or another related STEM field.
- Be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week, for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027.
- Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance and Program Special Access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company.
- Be a U.S. citizen.
Nice To Haves
- Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher.
- Previous internship or co-op experience.
- Leadership and teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and professional, community, or extracurricular activities.
- Self-motivation, willingness to learn, and interest in working in a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Develop and complete structural dynamics design and analyses using advanced numerical solutions and tools such as NASTRAN, FEMAP, VAONE, and MATLAB.
- Complete analyses related to vibration, acoustic, and shock environments.
- Establish and review critical dynamic environments for requirements, analysis, and verification.
- Complete analyses and establish parameters for dynamics testing.
- Monitor dynamics tests, process data, and correlate predictive models to test results.
- Prepare technical documents and presentations.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance may be available.
- Training, professional development, and networking opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
