Aeronautical Engineer (Vehicle Systems) - Intern

Standard Job Description

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.

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.

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is seeking a Summer 2027 Aeronautical Engineering Intern supporting the Air Mobility and Maritime Missions (AMMM) Vehicle Systems - Utilities team. In this role, you will help support production, sustainment, and development work related to mechanical and environmental control systems of C-130 and C-5 aircraft. The scope of work will include aircraft systems that include, but are not limited to, flight controls, landing gear, fuel, hydraulics, secondary power, engine bleed air, and cabin pressurization. Duties may include drawing release, data review, production and flight line troubleshooting, and investigation of customer questions and problems.

Basic Qualifications

Pursuing Bachelors degree in Engineering from an accredited college in a related discipline, or equivalent experience/combined education. Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering majors preferred.

Demonstrated experience in STEM

Basic university-level course work or exposure in any of the following engineering areas: Fluid Mechanics, Flight Dynamics & Control, Mechanics of Materials, Thermodynamics, Mechanical Design, etc.

Holding or ability to obtain a security clearance

Desired Skills

Strong interest in the defense industry and national security

Adaptable and willingness to stretch technically and learn new things

Demonstrated problem solving skills

Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment

Highly motivated individual with the ability to learn continuously and the ability to identify multiple avenues to successfully reach team goals.

• Candidate must work well individually and with team members across multiple organizations.

• Strong written and oral communication skills.

• Ability to develop clear technical presentations for customers and suppliers.

• Microsoft Office Skills - of particular importance: Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $20.14 - $28.15

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.

• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.

Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.