About the role#
Lockheed Martin is hiring an Aeronautical Engineer Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Palmdale, California. You will work within technical and engineering organizations during your academic break.
What you'll do#
- Perform wind tunnel operations activities.
- Apply basic aeronautical principles to your assignments.
- Use AI prompting tools to support your daily tasks and engineering practice.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering.
- You have a basic understanding of aerodynamic first principles.
- You possess knowledge of aerodynamics and thermodynamics.
- You are a US citizen.
- Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, CATIA or other solid modeling software, and instrumentation or data collection is desired.
Location & details#
- Location: Palmdale, California.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment type: Full-time intern.
About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a public company based in Bethesda, Maryland. Founded in 1912, the firm operates in the defense and space manufacturing industry. It employs over 114,000 people and maintains offices across the United States and internationally. The company focuses on aeronautics, space systems, and defense technology.
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