We are seeking an Intern in Systems Engineering-Reliability, System Safety, and Specialty Engineering for Summer 2024 at our LA location.

Internships will start in approximately May/June and end in August/September.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

Power the Future with Aerojet Rocketdyne and enjoy work/life balance! We are hiring at our Canoga Park, CA (Los Angeles area) Space HQ, where we design & manufacture rocket engines and unique power systems that support space exploration & the defense of our nation such as NASA's SLS, Lockheed Martin's THAAD, Sierra Nevada's Dream Chaser, and the Mars Perseverance Rover.

You're not just "doing a job" at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company. The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

Trusted - We didn't apply for this honor, but Aerojet Rocketdyne is proud to be recognized as one of America's Most Trusted Aerospace & Defense Companies by Newsweek / Statista two years in a row!
• Inspiring Company Culture - Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation's aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | L3Harris
• Rest and Relaxation- Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 schedule providing longer weekends. Paid holidays including one-week year-end paid holiday shutdown
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out: Benefits | L3Harris
• Prepare for the Future - 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development - Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
• Employee Resource Groups - Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs

After orientation and training, interns will perform entry-level engineering tasks on rocket propulsion projects. These positions will support senior engineering staff and gain experience and familiarization with company programs and products.

The intern will work under direct supervision with engineers to provide Reliability, System Safety, and Affordability Engineering expertise for diverse applications. Working under direct supervision and following specific, details instructions and established procedures, job responsibilities will include:

50% - Provide Reliability Engineering analyses on a wide variety of programs and help influence the design. This includes participating in proposal activities as required, helping define the proper level of reliability scope for each program, helping identify associated risks, fully understanding customer requirements and expectations, performing Reliability Engineering as early in the program life cycle as possible, efficiently completing reliability efforts within budget and schedule, and communicating progress and results effectively and efficiently.

30% - Provide System Safety Engineering analyses on a wide variety of programs. This includes participating in proposal activities as required, helping define the proper level of system safety scope for each program, helping identify associated risks, fully understanding customer requirements and expectations, performing System Safety as early in the program life cycle as possible, efficiently completing system efforts within budget and schedule, and communicating progress and results effectively and efficiently.

20% - Meet all delivery requirements by understanding customer requirements, developing robust plans, creating deliverables with first-time through quality, and then meeting delivery commitments despite obstacles and constraints.

Candidate must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate Engineering degree program, and be returning to school upon completion of the assignment.

Preferred Qualifications

3.4 GPA or above

Completed Junior year of study

Reliability Engineering coursework and/or experience

Solid academic track record of accomplishment

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Self-starter with the ability to work with little direction

Leadership & teamwork skills

Systems Engineering and/or Rocket Propulsion coursework including test related assignments/projects

Strong skills in thermodynamics, propulsion design/analysis, system engineering

Assists in the derivation, allocation, and documentation of requirements using Model Based Systems Engineering best practices. Documents requirement changes and coordinates the communication of changes to Integrated Product Team members.

Requires U.S. Citizenship or status as a U.S. Person. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit or stand and maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require occasional walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.