Technical Intern 3

BAE Systems•Broomfield, CO

6d•$27 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Intern 3 will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, which offers opportunities to learn, engage, apply skills, progress professionally, work with experienced professionals on impactful projects, and network with business leaders and other students. The intern will join the Space Vehicle Engineering department, which supports satellite technical success by verifying that components function individually and as an integrated system. Its work spans the product lifecycle, from conception and proposal writing through design, assembly, testing, launch, and on-orbit operations. The position is within the Engineering, Science and Analysis Strategic Capabilities Unit, whose cross-functional teams develop and deliver technologies for customer missions. Depending on skills and interests, the intern will be embedded in a project team supporting the development and verification of next-generation spacecraft. Work may include hands-on integration and testing of flight hardware and support equipment; writing, reviewing, and executing test scripts and procedures; developing and tracking requirements; risk assessments and trade studies; digital engineering and system modeling; performance-data analysis and technical reporting; collaboration with ground systems, simulators, and flight software teams; and technical presentations to peers, management, and government customers. The role requires regular, predictable scheduling and effective working relationships and interactions. It is an onsite position requiring in-person work five days during each normally scheduled week at the primary work location. Travel and local commuting between company campuses and other locations may be required. Work may take place in an office, laboratory, production floor, cleanroom, outdoors, or a remote research environment. Occasional work in production areas may require protective equipment, and access to other facilities may involve varying weather conditions. The hourly rate is $26.50–$35.75.

Requirements

Must have completed sophomore or junior year and be enrolled in a degree program for fall 2027, or be enrolled in a graduate degree program.
Degree program must be at a university, college, or school accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or U.S. Department of Education.
Pursuing a degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, RF/Optical Engineering, or a related technical field.
Strong interest in aerospace and a desire to understand complex system interdependencies.
Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Commitment to learning and professional growth.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with software scripting, such as Python or MATLAB.
Participation in aerospace-related clubs, competitions, or academic projects.
Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools.

Responsibilities

Support project teams in the development and verification of next-generation spacecraft.
Assist with hands-on development and testing of flight hardware and support equipment in cleanroom and laboratory environments.
Write, review, and execute test scripts and procedures to verify hardware performance and characterize system behavior.
Develop and track system requirements, perform risk assessments, and conduct trade studies to optimize design choices.
Use digital engineering methodologies and tools, such as Cameo, to develop system and component models.
Analyze performance data, conduct trend analysis, and generate technical reports to verify systems meet customer specifications.
Collaborate with ground systems, simulators, and flight software teams to architect non-flight software environments.
Prepare and deliver technical presentations to peers, management, and government customers.
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships across the department, Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units, and company.
Interact appropriately with others to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
Perform other duties as necessary.