Intern - Mechanical Test Engineering

General Atomics (GA), and its affiliated companies, is one of the world's leading resources for high-technology systems development ranging from the nuclear fuel cycle to remotely piloted aircraft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, electronic, wireless and laser technologies. We have an exciting opportunity for an undergraduate Intern with a field of study in Mechanical Engineering to join our Electromagnetic Systems (EMS) Group located in Huntsville, Alabama. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Under general supervision, participates in the day-to-day activities of assigned functional area assisting in the completion of routine and non-routine tasks. + Assists in applying knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve problems. + Assists in developing electronic and hard copy reports, records, diagrams and charts. + Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company. + Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices. + Supports the design of missile, projectile, or other air vehicle airframes. + Performs aerodynamic predictions for missiles, projectiles, or other air vehicles using engineering level tools and/or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) codes. + Perform first order propulsion analysis. + May assist in the planning and execution of laboratory, wind tunnel, or field-based testing and performing post-test analyses. + Supports the development of conceptual and preliminary design tools. + Perform data analysis tasks, such as analyzing aerodynamic databases or flight test data, using standard tools such as MATLAB or Python. + Participates in the day to day activities of assigned functional area assisting in the completion of non-routine and advanced tasks. + Assists in applying engineering principles to analyze, investigate and resolve non-routine problems. + Assists in developing electronic and hard copy reports, records, diagrams and charts of results from engineering tasks. + Make a 15 minute technical presentation to company leaders summarizing the work performed during the internship period. + Maintains the strict confidentiality of sensitive information. + Other duties as assigned or required. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.52445 **Job Qualifications:** + Desired Skills: Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Test Engineering. + Requires active enrollment and currently attending as an undergraduate student at a recognized college or university. + Full- or part-time continuing student enrolled in an accredited U.S. college or university. + Applicants who will have completed their undergraduate degree by the time the internship program would begin, must be planning to continue in a graduate program immediately following the conclusion of the internship program. + 3.0 cumulative GPA preferred + Ability to understand new concepts and apply them accurately. + Ability to follow general and detailed instructions as well as organizational policies and procedures. + Basic communication and interpersonal skills to enable effective interface with internal professionals. + Ability to work independently or in a team environment. + Basic computer skills. + Pursuing a degree in Aerospace or Aeronautical Engineering or Physics is preferred. This position pays at an hourly rate of $29.00 - $31.00/hr., depending on your specific field of study and the number of college years completed. **Salary:** $44,590-$66,295 General Atomics is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, transitioning status, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, medical condition, mental disability, physical disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. EEO is the law. We also prohibit compensation discrimination under all applicable laws. To learn more visit Notices.pdf. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions.