Systems Engineer - Intern

Responsibilities for this Position

Systems Engineer - Intern

ID: 2025-69366
USA-AL-Huntsville
Required Clearance: No clearance
Posted Date: 1/22/2026
Category: Engineering-Systems
Employment Type: Intern
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.

Basic Qualifications

Candidates should demonstrate a thorough understanding of engineering technology. Engineering Interns must be enrolled in an accredited degree program in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or other related scientific or technical discipline with a preference for a standing of a sophomore or higher.

Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS:

Apply your classroom-learned skills to a program supporting the defense of our country. GDMS has an immediate opening for an Engineering Intern to join our team. The position provides an opportunity to work on projects that support some of our nations fundamental defense services. GDMS employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

The selected candidate will work with collaborative teams on various technical projects associated with our core mission. In addition to receiving a competitive wage, the Engineering Intern will enhance their skill set by working among a talented and technically accomplished group of colleagues. Interns will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

What you need to bring to the table:

Proficient understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, and theories
• Interest and aptitude in designing, implementing and testing complex systems (Requirement Development, Model Based Systems Engineering/SysML)
• Interest and aptitude working in with computer hardware, software and modeling environments
• Knowledge using modeling, design and test tools

What sets you apart:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
Creative thinking with the ability to multi-taskAbility to work effectively in a collaborative (team) environmentAbility to quickly grasp and apply new informationAbility to handle more complex assignments as experience progressesSelf-motivated, engaged, continuously learning and looking for ways to improve things

Workplace Options:

This position is 100% on-site and you will be part of the Huntsville, AL facility

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $23.00 - USD $29.00 /Hr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

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