Engineering Intern, Amentum Space Exploration Division

Launch Your Career Into Higher Orbit!

Are you determined to work with Space Programs?

As an Amentum Space Exploration Division (ASED) intern, you will work alongside engineers and scientists in areas such hardware development, payload integration & operations, laboratory & test operations, modeling & simulation, space environments, scientific research and propulsion systems for programs like Human Landing Systems, Space Launch Systems and the International Space Station!

Qualifications

The educational requirement is enrollment in a university or college program leading to a BS degree in engineering or related field.  An ABET accredited program is preferred. 

Must be able to provide own transportation.

The successful candidate must:

• Have strong customer relations skills 
• Have the ability to multi-task and transition between quick turnaround assignments
• Show initiative and be proactive to make connections and build relationships with key players on the tasks
• Demonstrate the capability to plan and perform analyses independently and as a team
• Demonstrate strong technical writing and presentation skills in order to present data to study customers
• Have completed sophomore year of university studies 
• Must be in good academic standing
• Maintain an overall average of 3.0 
• Have demonstrated a very strong aptitude in major field

Since our internships are highly competitive, we recommend that you visit our website regularly, YesWeAreRocketScientists.com and apply to those positions that pique your interest.

Essential Functions

Work Environment: 

Office environment. Requires ability to provide clear, concise, accurate and timely communication, both verbally and in writing (100%). Requires ability to interact professionally with co-workers, management, and client (100%). Requires travel in the domestic USA (<5%).

Physical Requirements:

Requires sitting for extended periods of time in meetings with peers, management, and with our client at NASA facilities to discuss technical issues (10%). Also, requires sitting for extended periods of time at a desk to write reports and perform engineering tasks (80%). Requires ability to use stairs or elevators for access between floors and multiple buildings at NASA and our facilities (10%).  

Equipment and Machines: 

Requires ability to operate a personal computer, a telephone, fax machine, copier, calculator, and other general office equipment (100%).

Attendance: 

Normal workday 7:30-4:30, Monday thru Friday. Minimal overtime may be required (10%) to meet schedule milestones and to support technical demands of the job. Regular attendance is a necessity, and adequate arrangements for delegating duties during absences are required. 

Other Essential Functions:

The ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and to make rational decisions, and to exercise good judgment is essential (100%). Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

Proof of U.S. Citizenship is required. 

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Compensation Details:

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The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• 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

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

01/12/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a clos