Systems Engineering Internship - Summer 2026

Job Description
We are looking for a motivated and talented current college student majoring in Aerospace, Aeronautical, or Mechanical Engineering to join our team for a 2026 Summer Internship position. This role offers a hands-on experience aiding in the design, development and analysis of “smart” munitions through real-world engineering projects in a collaborative environment.

As an intern, you will assist in running system performance analyses through the utilization of our 6 Degree-of-Freedom munitions simulator and its accompanying home-grown toolsets. Ideal candidates should possess foundational understanding in Newtonian mechanics, atmospheric flight dynamics, and high-level programming languages like MATLAB or Python. Additionally, attributes such as strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, curiosity and a willingness to learn are essential.

The internship will run during the summer of 2026 and offers valuable exposure to industry professionals and practical applications of academic knowledge.

This position is located in our Southern New Hampshire Hudson, NH office approximately 1 hour north of Boston, MA.

There is no monetary relocation assistance budgeted for this position. Applicants must currently reside in or be willing to self-relocate to Southern New Hampshire or surrounding areas.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s degree college program in Aerospace, Aeronautical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Must have completed at least three years of coursework by the internship start date.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $49592 - $68993

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 Electronic 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. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere – from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact – for our customers and the communities we serve.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $49,592 - $68,993