2027 Systems Engineering Intern

The role

The Systems Engineering Intern will support the Systems Engineering team with requirements, system architecture, integration, testing, analysis, and technical documentation. This 10-week immersive internship provides hands-on experience through project-based work.

What you will do

• Assist with defining, reviewing, decomposing, and tracking system-level requirements.
• Support the development and documentation of system architectures, interfaces, and technical specifications.
• Assist with identifying and evaluating technical risks, dependencies, and potential system-level issues.
• Collaborate with engineering teams and cross-functional partners to support system development and integration activities.
• Support the definition of verification and validation methods for system requirements.
• Assist with developing, reviewing, and executing test plans, procedures, and other verification activities.
• Participate in system integration, troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving activities.
• Support the collection, analysis, and documentation of engineering data and test results.
• Assist with maintaining technical documentation and engineering artifacts throughout the development process.
• Participate in engineering reviews, team meetings, technical discussions, training sessions, and other learning opportunities.

Required qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited university
• Broad understanding of fundamental engineering principles and systems engineering concepts
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with attention to detail
• Ability to learn and apply new engineering tools, processes, and methodologies
• Ability to travel for in-person orientation and program kickoff, as well as for the final presentation at program completion

Nice to have

• degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field
• Familiarity with engineering software, modeling tools, requirements management systems, programming languages, or other technical tools
• Previous internship, coursework, academic project, laboratory experience, or other relevant engineering experience
• Experience with requirements development, systems engineering, system integration, testing, or technical documentation
• Familiarity with engineering design or analysis software, such as CAD, electrical design, modeling/simulation, or requirements management tools
• Experience with programming or data analysis tools such as Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar languages
• Hands-on experience with laboratory equipment, engineering test equipment, prototyping, or experimental testing
• Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering projects or cross-functional development environments

Benefits

• Mentorship
• Networking
• Professional development opportunities

Before you apply

• To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligib

About the company

Voyager is an innovative defense, national security and space technology company committed to advancing and delivering transformative, mission-critical solutions.