2026 Software Engineer Intern - Dulles VA at Northrop… · United…

Summary: Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company, and they are seeking a Software Engineer Intern to join their Space Systems Sector. The intern will participate in developing competencies in various engineering specializations, including the design and testing of space payloads and spacecraft systems. Responsibilities: - Developing requirements, design, integration, development or testing of space payloads, spacecraft buses, satellites, human-rated spacecraft, and satellite servicing vehicles - Generating and flowing down customer requirements to hardware and software designers - Developing innovative system architectures - Implementing advanced algorithms involving sophisticated signal processing and data processing techniques - Integrating and testing finished hardware and software products - Harness interface design - Mechanical systems support - Command& Telemetry database development - Space vehicle configuration modeling - Assisting in new business activities, such as conceptual design and analysis for proposals and funded studies - Authoring sections for both Required Qualifications: - Be enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university AND graduating after August 2026 - Be majoring in a computer science, software engineering, computer engineering or related field - Be available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks of the Summer 2026 - Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) Required Skills: Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering Important Skills: Aerospace Systems Nice-to-Have Skills: Team Collaboration, Problem Solving, Communication Skills