Amentum
Aerospace
Summer2026-SystemsEngineeringIntern
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“Summer 2026 - Systems Engineering Intern at Amentum. Skills: Systems Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Space Exploration. Support Lunar surface campaign modeling. Support integration and analysis tasks”
Industry & Context.
Multi-disciplinary design analysis and optimization; Problem solving
Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement, Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation, Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time), May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time), Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Currently enrolled at an accredited university, Completed at least 45 credit hours, Minimum of 2.8 GPA, Student enrolled in an ABET accredited engineering or engineering technology degree program, Familiarity with Microsoft Office products
Nice to Have
Interest in human spaceflight, Familiarity with systems engineering discipline and products such as requirements development and tracking, conops, trade studies, verification, and validation, Familiarity with STK or Copernicus software tools, Familiarity with engineering analysis software tools such as Matlab and/or programming tools such as Python, Familiarity with test and measurement approaches common in university engineering labs (e.g. digital scales, inspection microscopes, multi-meters, etc.), Aerospace or Mechanical engineering degree seeking student, Master's engineering degree seeking student, Coursework in orbital dynamics, Coursework in spacecraft or launch vehicle trajectories, Coursework in spacecraft systems, Coursework in spacecraft operations, Experience with extra-curricular activities such as Cubesat, Experience with Rocket clubs, Experience with AIAA
What You'll Do.
Support Lunar surface campaign modeling
Support integration and analysis tasks
Develop early life cycle systems engineering products
Conduct engineering analysis
Participate in development of concept mission design
Participate in development of Mars analog habitat
Assist in development of engineering analysis tools
Perform and review system level architecture trade studies
Develop procedures for building and testing lunar rover
Develop plans and technology for dust contamination mitigation
Work with team members to identify risks
Work with team members in development of system requirements
Work in a team environment
Prepare reports as required
Interact with other NASA and JETS teams
Perform job functions based on pre-established guidelines
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with team members to identify risks; Work with team members in the development of system requirements; Work in a team environment; Interact with other NASA and JETS teams and departments; Ability to visualize and work with complex mechanical/electrical systems and work with others in problem solving as part of a team
Communication Scope
Excellent oral and written communication skills; Ability to prepare written documents; Ability to verbally present at various meetings
Process & Methodology
Project management, Systems engineering
Full Job Description
Job Description Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the origins of the universe, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you! We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable the exploration of space while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States. We have an exciting opportunity for a **Summer 2026 -** **Systems Engineering Intern** to join the team! _This is a temporary role not to exceed 12 weeks._ We are looking for a Summer 2025 intern for NASA JSC's Project Management and Systems Engineering (EX) Division. This division provides project management and systems engineering for many NASA projects including Artemis Human Landing System, Artemis VIPER science rover, Mars and Lunar mission studies, Mars habitat analog missions, Commercial Crew Program, and the International Space Station. Depending on which project is assigned, you will perform some of the following systems engineering tasks: * Support Lunar surface campaign modeling and analysis efforts * Support integration and analysis tasks for the lunar architecture studies * Develop early life cycle systems engineering products such as concept of operations, feasibility analysis, and identify major constraints and assumptions. * Conduct engineering analysis to determine feasibility of proposed mission concepts by analyzing spacecraft trajectories, tabulating consumables (e.g. power, water), and researching constraints (e.g. lighting). * Participate in the development of concept mission design and/or analysis
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