Systems Engineering Intern - Summer 2027 (For SNC Summer 2026 Interns Only)

Sierra Nevada Corporation • Englewood, CO

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About The Position

SNC is hiring a Systems Engineering Intern for its ISR, Aviation, and Security business area and the SNC-led Survivable Airborne Operations Center (SAOC) program. The intern will take part in a summer internship program in an aerospace and defense environment, gaining hands-on experience on real-world technical projects while developing technical and professional skills. The program includes mentoring, cross-functional workshops, and involvement in company projects.

Requirements

• Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in college or technical school, with at least six months remaining until graduation after the internship ends.
• Must have been an SNC summer 2026 intern.
• Currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Strong organizational skills and work ethic; detail-oriented.
• Must meet U.S. Government trade-regulation eligibility requirements: be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain required U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce authorizations.

Nice To Haves

• Prior internship or work experience in a technical or engineering role.
• Familiarity with the aerospace and defense industry.
• Basic knowledge of engineering software tools such as CAD or MATLAB.
• Microsoft Access skills.
• Pursuing a degree in engineering or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Participate in technical projects and complete assigned tasks that contribute to team objectives.
• Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced industry professionals.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to support engineering decisions.
• Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements, timelines, and team goals.
• Perform hands-on technical assignments to gain practical experience and build technical skills.
• Work with team members, learn from their expertise, and apply that learning to ongoing projects.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and support implementation of best practices.
• Participate in workshops about the business and company culture.

Benefits

• Medical insurance plans
• Dental insurance plans
• Vision insurance plans
• 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%
• Life insurance
• Three weeks of paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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