Systems Engineer - Intern

Standard Job Description

Performs assignments in technical/engineering organizations (e.g., Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering) during vacations and short-term breaks from college attendance while enrolled in an accredited degree program.

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 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. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built.

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is seeking a 2027 Summer Systems Engineer Intern. In this role, you will be a Systems Engineer for the F-16/FA-50 System Integration and Test (SI&T) team. Our team conducts the avionics system level testing for all F-16 and FA-50 upgrades and new production aircraft. This includes integration testing and formal verification in a desktop environment, lab environment, and support of flight test.. The successful candidate will have experience and/or knowledge of the systems engineering process, data analysis, problem identification and isolation, and troubleshooting. Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access. This job requires the candidate to physically maneuver into aircraft cockpit test fixtures and conduct lab testing for typical 6-hour test shifts.

Some shift work (2nd / 3rd) may be required to support program and lab schedules.

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in a technical engineering or equivalent STEM discipline such as Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
• Knowledge of the systems engineering process
• Experience in data analysis, problem identification/isolation, and troubleshooting

Desired Skills

• Aircraft avionics experience including but not limited to navigation systems, A-G weapons, UAI, A-A weapons, sensors/pods, communication systems, etc.
• Experience with testing of avionics software and hardware
• Experience operating in an agile environment
• Understanding of electrical wiring diagrams, schematics, and engineering drawings
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office