Aerospace Engineer Intern

Aerospace Engineer Intern at Lockheed Martin

At Lockheed Martin, we bring together people who use their passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our employees are considered some of the greatest minds in the industry, making Lockheed Martin a truly great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide diverse career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. We offer flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits, enabling our employees to live healthy and fulfilling lives. At Lockheed Martin, we emphasize empowering our employees by fostering innovation, integrity, and exemplifying the epitome of corporate responsibility.

Lockheed Martin is seeking a motivated Aerospace Engineer Intern to join the Program Office in Sunnyvale, CA. In this role, you will support the Space Development Agency's Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture programs.

Role Responsibilities

We are looking for a self-starter to support our Infrared Payload (IRPL) Integrated Product Team (IPT). You will work closely with Lockheed Martin engineers and key supplier technical teams to develop a preliminary design for a technically advanced optical payload. Your responsibilities will include:

• Tracking and reporting on risk mitigation activities.
• Participating in design trade activities.
• Evaluating payload supplier designs.
• Contributing to ICD (Interface Control Document) and requirement maturation.

This position is available at our Sunnyvale, California location.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently a Junior/Senior standing, pursuing a degree in Aerospace, Optical, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience using collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams, Slack, or Google Workspace.
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to ask questions and learn new tools quickly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance - U.S. Citizenship required.

Desired Skills

• Experience with MATLAB.
• Experience with 3D modeling and/or structural/dynamic analysis.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle constructive feedback professionally.
• Current or existing Interim or Secret Clearance.

Key skills/competency

• Aerospace Engineering
• Optical Payload Design
• Mechanical Engineering
• Risk Mitigation
• Design Trade Analysis
• Supplier Evaluation
• Requirements Maturation
• MATLAB
• 3D Modeling
• Structural Analysis