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2025 Mechanical Intern - Gilbert AZ

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Northrop Grumman

2025 Mechanical Intern - Gilbert AZ

Dulles, VA

Requisition ID: R10185170
Category: Administrative Services
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Location: Dulles, Virginia, United States of America
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Clearance Type: None
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Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
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Shift: Any (United States of America)
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Travel Required: No
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Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
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Positions Available: 1
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. An internship at Northrop Grumman is unique. Sure, you'll learn new skills, explore our enterprise, network with experts, connect with thought leaders, and finish with a resume that opens doors. But you'll gain something even more valuable: pride in what you've done. Join us and launch your career. We'll support you with training, employee resource groups, and our shared vision of global security.

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Northrop Grumman is seeking a Mechanical Intern to join the Gilbert Flight Mechanical Engineering group which is comprised of four disciplines: Mechanical Systems/Design, Structural Analysis, Thermal, and Propulsion. The intern will be placed into one of the four disciplines for the duration of the internship.
The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's Tactical Space Systems Division.
Basic Qualifications
A candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

Be a student who is enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university and will be enrolled full time in Fall 2025.

Be majoring in or having majored in a Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or related.

Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2025.

* Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)

Preferred Qualifications for all four disciplines:

Demonstrated leadership experience, preferably on university sponsored design projects or clubs.
* Minimum overall GPA of 3.7
* Excellent Communication skills
Preferred Qualifications for Mechanical Systems/Design:

3D CAD model-based software (specifically Creo Parametric)
* Engineering drawings with GD&T in 2D and 3D MBD's
* Tolerance stack analysis
* 3D printing design
Preferred Qualifications for Structural Analysis:

Spacecraft or subsystem static/dynamic testing
* MATLAB and FEMAP
Preferred Qualifications for Thermal:

Radiation and conduction heat transfer
* Spacecraft orbital dynamics
* Experience working with thermal vacuum test equipment (thermocouples, kapton heaters, cold plates, etc.)
* Thermal Desktop & SINDA or equivalent spacecraft thermal analysis tools
Preferred Qualifications for Propulsion:

Experience with propulsion systems, bipropellant or cryogenic systems
* MATLAB other analysis tools
NGB - Technical
Intern Pay Range:
Bachelor's: $21.75 to $26.75 per hour
Master's: $31.50 to $33.25 per 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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Salary Range: *$1 - $1
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.
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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Dulles, VA 20166, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10185170
Employment Type: Intern

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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