Intern - Aerospace Systems at Amentum in US-AL-Huntsville

Summary: Amentum is a company specializing in aerospace systems, and they are seeking a Summer Intern to support hands-on aerospace systems engineering and payload integration efforts. The selected candidate will work directly with a systems/integration lead on active projects involving spacecraft interfaces, requirements, testing, and cross-disciplinary coordination. Responsibilities: - Develop a full process for CubeSat / SmallSat integration activities (mechanical, electrical, and interface) - Assist with requirements tracking and verification (ICDs, compliance matrices, etc.) - Help develop and review technical documentation (procedures, test plans, verification reports) - Conduct engineering trade studies and summarize findings clearly - Coordinate across disciplines (mechanical, electrical, software) to resolve integration issues - Perform general technical problem solving and support day-to-day engineering tasks Required Qualifications: - Educational requirement is enrollment in an ABET accredited university or college program leading to a BS degree in programming, engineering, or related field - Candidate must be at least in their third year of a college program (Junior year) or equivalent - Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) - Strong interest in space systems / CubeSats / spacecraft design - Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals (structures, circuits, current state of CubeSat technology) - Proficiency with Excel is required, and moderate programming background/classes - Candidate is expected to be a self-motivated, team player familiar with working in a dynamic work environment - Ability to breakdown complex problems or issues into manageable pieces to facilitate resolution of technical concerns - Critical thinking, effective communications, and problem-solving skills - Strong oral, written, interpersonal, customer relation skills, and presentation skills - Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with database management - Other desired experience: Digital Engineering tools such as Doors Next Generation (DNG), Jira, Python, Power BI, and MagicDraw - Must have some level of knowledge of how to implement Systems Engineering principles - Some experience with Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) desired Required Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, Programming, Space systems, CubeSat technology, Engineering fundamentals, Requirements tracking, Systems Engineering principles, Database management, Digital Engineering tools, Doors Next Generation (DNG), Jira, Python, Power BI, MagicDraw, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), Customer relations Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, Paid time off and holidays, Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching), Educational reimbursement, Parental leave, Employee stock purchase plan, Tax-saving options, Disability and life insurance, Pet insurance