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MCAD Designer Internship (Winter/Spring 2027)

BAE Systems

Cedar Rapids, IAFull-time / Temporary$39–53K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$39–53K/yr
Location
Cedar Rapids, IA
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Full-time / Temporary
Work Authorization
US work authorization required

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret clearance

Job overview

The MCAD Designer Intern will use Siemens NX to design and modify components and systems, support mechanical and electro-mechanical hardware design, and develop and release engineering models and drawings. The internship is expected to run from December 2026 through May 2027 and is part of BAE Systems’ LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, which offers project work, career development, and networking opportunities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Siemens NXMechanical CADMechanical DesignElectro-Mechanical DesignTechnical DocumentationCommunicationTeamworkAdaptabilityProblem SolvingContinuous ImprovementLearningDesign Process3D ToolsPart and Assembly DesignEngineering Drawing

Qualifications

Pursuing Technical DegreeObtain U.S. DoD Secret Clearance

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance

Full job description

Job Description

Join us at our brand-new location in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Navigation and Sensor Systems organization is a growing business area developing the next generation of advanced military navigation systems. If you are pursuing a technical degree and have an interest in Mechanical CAD, then this is the place to be. Pilots may fly aircraft, but our navigation systems create the route and keep those pilots on course. What are you waiting for! Come be part of the immediate solution in Cedar Rapids and "plant your flag".

See what you re missing. Our employees work on the world s most advanced electronics

from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land,

sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing

strength from our differences, we re innovating for the future. And you can, too.

Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up

your personal life. We put our customers first exemplified by our mission: We Protect Those

Who Protect Us. BAE Systems continues to build on a strong history of providing navigation equipment to meet the evolving needs of commercial and military users. Our navigation solutions provided enhanced situational awareness and pinpoint accuracy for airborne and surface missions worldwide. Leading the way in GPS, our array of products and systems cover airborne, precision-guided munitions, ground handheld receivers and embedded applications. Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.

Our Engineers and Designers are the lifeblood of our company and we re more than 5,000 strong. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.

The Role: In this role, you will:

  • Utilize Siemens NX to design components, systems, portions of systems and modify existing designs to develop or improve production

  • Support mechanical and electro-mechanical hardware design efforts from conceptual layouts through detailed design

  • Develop and release engineering models and drawings

  • Perform Change Orders as required

  • Perform other related duties as assigned

Who you are:

  • You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • You are a problem solver with diverse technical capabilities

  • You re willing to put in the time and effort it takes to get the job done

  • You are always looking for ways to do things better and faster

  • Ability to work with a diverse team

  • A genuine desire to learn and innovate

The internship is expected to run from December 2026 through May 2027.

In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Must be pursuing a technical degree.

  • Must be able to work within a broader program team, capable of communicating across functional boundaries

  • Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment

  • Must be able to effectively communicate in a professional manner and produce detailed, clear and concise technical documentation

  • Must be capable of obtaining a U.S. DoD Secret security clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

  • Pursuing a technical degree such as Mechanical Engineering Technology

  • Familiarity with comprehensive design process including conceptual development, physical design, support to procurement and manufacturing

  • Experience creating and modifying parts, assemblies and drawings.

  • Experience with 3D tool(s) with ambition to learn.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $39292 - $53055

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20 hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

MCAD Designer Internship (Winter/Spring 2027)

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