Northrop Grumman Australia
Defence aviation
Intern-SystemsEngineering
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“Intern - Systems Engineering at Northrop Grumman Australia. Skills: Systems Engineering, Defence aviation. Support engineering responses. Prepare engineering reports”
What You'll Achieve.
support continued fleet operations; support serviceability
Industry & Context.
problem‑solving skills
AU- Secret (NV1) clearance, Travel: 10% of the Time, AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Current study in Aerospace, Systems, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Software, or Avionics Engineering, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year university standing, A basic understanding of systems engineering concepts, including system architecture and interface definition, problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, Ability to work full-time over the allocated internship period, Australian Citizenship
Nice to Have
A collaborative mindset and willingness to work in a multi‑disciplinary engineering team
What You'll Do.
Support engineering responses
Prepare engineering reports
Analyse engineering issues
Resolve engineering issues
Support incorporation of engineering changes
Contribute to engineering outputs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
work alongside experienced engineers; work in a multi‑disciplinary engineering team
Full Job Description
AUSTRALIAN CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: AU- Secret (NV1) TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time ## **Description** Northrop Grumman Australia (NGA) is offering a **Systems Engineering Internship** within the Triton Program, as part of our 2026–2027 Summer Intern Program. This internship provides an opportunity to work within the Air Vehicle Team, supporting real Defence aviation operations. You’ll be exposed to a wide range of engineering disciplines, including systems, mechanical, structures, and avionics engineering, while contributing to engineering activities that support squadron flying operations and aircraft maintenance. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers, gaining hands‑on experience in applying systems engineering principles to real‑world Defence challenges. **What you’ll be doing** As a Systems Engineer Intern, you will: * Support the delivery of engineering responses to requests from maintenance and operational teams * Assist with the preparation of engineering reports, technical reports, Technical Orders, and engineering dispositions * Help analyse and resolve engineering issues impacting the Triton fleet, including air vehicle and ground systems * Support incorporation of engineering changes into the system, working with international design and technical data * Contribute to technically sound engineering outputs that support continued fleet operations and serviceability This 12 week internship is designed to help you learn, grow, and gain confidence in a real Defence engineering environment. **This role is based at our Edinburgh base in Adelaide, South Australia.** **Eligibility requirements:** We’re seeking motivated engineering students who are eager to learn in a Defence aviation environment. Ideally, you’ll bring: * Current study in Aerospace, Systems, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Software, or Avionics Engineering * 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year university standing * A basi
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