About the role#
This internship provides an opportunity to contribute to software that controls and monitors mission-critical payload systems. You will work alongside experienced engineers to support reliable payload operations. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site in Middletown, Rhode Island, for the Summer 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to full-stack applications, including user interfaces, backend services, data flows, and system integrations.
- Collaborate with software, systems, hardware, and test engineers in a hands-on environment.
- Design, build, test, and improve features from early concepts through deployment.
- Participate in the full product lifecycle, including design, development, integration, and testing.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited degree program in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering. Sophomore standing or higher is preferred.
- Familiarity with at least one programming language.
- An interest in building and troubleshooting software that interacts with complex systems.
- A collaborative approach to solving problems and communicating ideas.
- Curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn.
- U.S. citizenship is required, and you must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
- Experience with web applications, APIs, embedded software, automated test tools, Linux, version control, or CI/CD practices is a plus.
- Interest in systems engineering, robotics, aerospace, or defense industries is helpful.
Location & details#
- Location: Middletown, RI.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Pay: $27.30 - $30.70 per hour.
About General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics that develops C4ISR technology. Founded in 1952, the company operates within the defense and space manufacturing industry. It provides solutions for land, sea, air, space, and cyber domains. The organization is based in Chantilly, Virginia, and employs over 10,000 people.
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