Technical Intern - Materials & Process Engineering

Job Description
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As an Intern you will participate in our nationwide BAE Systems Inc. LEAP Internship Program where you will have the opportunity to Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. Our Space & Mission Systems sector internship is a 10-week program that provides college students with practical industry experience. Intern candidates will work with designated mentors and receive: access to state-of-the-art equipment; a competitive wage; relocation reimbursement; in-house training; group activities; and possible future employment. If you're looking for a collaborative, diverse, challenging, and welcoming environment to grow your professional skills, then we would encourage you to apply!
BAE Systems SMS is seeking candidates for 2025 summer internships supporting all aspects of the engineering development and manufacturing lifecycle. At BAE Systems SMS, we deliver a full range of products and services for air, land and space, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services.
The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organizational leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers' missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
What You'll Do:

• Develop, evaluate, select, and document materials and processes to meet the engineering design requirements of various devices for use in a wide variety of environments (aerospace, military, commercial).
• Use analytical skills in chemical and mechanical applications.
• Define, plan, and implement materials and process investigations/analyses.
• Consult with and assist BAE SMS and customer organizations (e.g. project, engineering, production, integration, and test, etc.) on use of such materials and processes.
• Interpret laboratory test results and develop conclusions for a variety of analytical techniques possibly including thermal analysis, infrared spectroscopy, scanning electron microscope, gas chromatography, digital microscopy, high vacuum, and mechanical testing for use in modeling, etc.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between company campuses and other possible non-company locations may be required.
Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment.
• May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
• May access other facilities in various weather conditions.

Hourly Rate: $25.25 - $34.00
Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Must have completed your sophomore or junior year and be enrolled in a degree program for the fall of 2025. We will also accept students enrolled in a graduate degree program.
• Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program for Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, or related degree field.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Motivated self-starter with leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability.
• Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner.
• Solid technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead material and process design investigations, and apply information obtained from with laboratory test data.
• Understanding of the use and interpretation of data obtained from analytical equipment, including SEM/EDS, FTIR, XRF, Thermal Analysis, tensile/compression or other acquired knowledge.
• Ability to use computer and associated software to gather, reduce, and disseminate technical information.
• Experience in designing with and working with polymers and/or composites.
• Familiarity with NASA, military or industry specifications, especially materials test (e.g. ASTM) procedures.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $52520.000 - $70720.000
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
About BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, Space & Mission Systems is a leading provider of national defense and civil space applications, advanced remote sensing, scientific and tactical systems for the U.S. Intelligence, Department of Defense and scientific communities. We continually pioneer ways to innovate spacecraft, mission payloads, optical systems, and other defense and civil capabilities. Powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus, we continually discover ways to enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most.