BAE Systems, Inc. · 5 hours ago
Technical Intern - Mechanical Engineering, Summer 2026
Westminster, CO
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$50K/yr - $69K/yr
Start in 2026 SummerBAE Systems, Inc. is an international defense, aerospace and security company delivering a full range of products and services. The Technical Intern position will allow you to work with experienced professionals on aerospace systems, supporting design execution and manufacturing processes while engaging in career development opportunities.
Defense & Space
Responsibilities
Work with Electrical and Mechanical engineers to design, develop and manufacture innovative aerospace systems
Support design execution, fabrication, test, and integration of ground and space based Electrical Harness and Wiring Assembly for space-based, high-reliability electronic systems:
Contribute to the entire lifecycle of the mechanical and electrical design for wire harness assemblies, from concept to implementation
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement standard practices and design approaches that ensure compliance with system level requirements
Support design efforts for harness component selection
Create 3D mechanical routing models with proper support and packaging with adherence to requirements such as minimum bend radius and keep-out/keep-in zones
Create cable assembly drawings and electrical system diagrams for both flight and test equipment
Help develop harness support features and manufacturing aids
Support harness assembly, integration, and test activities
Participate in design reviews with key stakeholders to gather feedback for development and improvement of overall design, including lessons learned from previous efforts and best practices
Support design execution, fabrication, and manufacturing of packaging for ground and space-based Electronics:
Develop CAD models of ruggedized electronics designs
Generate interface control drawings
Generate detailed design and assembly drawings
Develop product structures
Manage long lead procurements
Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule
Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment
Perform other duties as necessary
Qualification
Required
Must have completed your sophomore or junior year and be enrolled in a degree program for the fall of 2026
We will also accept students enrolled in a graduate degree program
Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education
Good communication and presentation skills
Benefits
401(k) savings plan
Medical benefits
Employee assistance program
Business travel accident insurance
Company
BAE Systems, Inc.
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S.
Founded in 1999
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (2)
2021 (4)
2020 (6)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Tom Arseneault
President & Chief Executive Officer, BAE Systems, Inc.
Don Widener, PhD
Chief Technology Officer, Intelligence Solutions
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