Systems Engineer Intern

Lockheed Martin•Highlands Ranch, CO

13d•Onsite

About The Position

By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. At Lockheed Martin, we place an emphasis on empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility. Your Mission is Ours. Lockheed Martin Space is seeking a Summer 2026 Intern Systems Engineer. In this role, you will perform Systems Integration, Python scripting in Linux environment, Test Development/Execution & Post-Test Analysis. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of Systems Engineering, Mission/Spacecraft Design & Test Development. Must be a US Citizen.

Requirements

Actively enrolled in a Computer Science, Aerospace, Applied Mathematics, or related Engineering degree
Proficiency with programming and scripting languages
Must be a US Citizen

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Python Scripting, Test Development & Execution, Linux Environment.
Experience with spacecraft and/or complex technology
Hands on experience in a mission-oriented test environment including software/hardware in the Loop Environments
Fault Detection, Isolation & Recovery (FDIR)
Mission Sequencing
Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to explain issues at both a technical and non-technical level
Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment and to effectively communicate with a diverse set of stakeholders about complex non/technical issues.