2027 Intern - Guidance Navigation and Control Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman is seeking Guidance, Navigation, and Control Engineers for an internship experience. The internships will be fully on-site in San Diego, CA. Interns will perform various GNC and Navigation tasks for the Core Vehicle Management System (CoreVMS) program. These activities may include:

• Non-linear 6DOF Simulation analysis (including stress testing, trade studies, mission analysis, etc.)
• Embedded flight control software design/code/test
• Design, analysis and integration of control systems

Basic Qualifications:

A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

• Be enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university AND graduating after August 2027. 
• Be majoring in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or other related STEM degree.
• 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 (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance (or higher)
• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher. 
• Experience with the design, analysis, and integration of control systems.
• Knowledge of Matlab and Simulink
• Knowledge of C/C++ and Python
• Knowledge of flight sciences, control law development, or control system analysis.

Intern Pay Range : 

• Undergraduate (Including graduating students planning on attending/enrolled in a full-time Master’s program for Fall 2027): $21.50 - $39.00/hour

• Master’s: $30.50 - $48.00/hour

At Northrop Grumman, our internship pay rates are standardized and take into account three main factors: the anticipated graduation date of the individual, the cost of labor of the geographic location, and whether the internship is considered technical or administrative.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $21.50 - $48.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.