Systems Engineering Intern
- Entry level
How this pay compares
This internship posts $20.14–$28.15 an hour. Open systems, integration & test internships post a median of $29 an hour, the middle half $26.56 to $32, across 46 internships that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Salaried jobs pay for a year of experienced work, so they are not set beside it.
About the job
Standard Job Description
Performs assignments in technical/engineering organizations (e.g., Electronics Engineering, Software Engineering, Facilities Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering) during vacations and short-term breaks from college attendance while enrolled in an accredited degree program.
This systems engineering intern will support the Air Force Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) program by assisting senior engineers in the analysis and verification of system‑level solutions. This role offers a hands‑on introduction to complex weapons‑system development, providing exposure to parts of the systems engineering lifecycle.
Basic Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s program in an engineering related discipline.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to analyze information, identify issues, and propose logical solutions.
Willingness to ask questions and seek guidance when needed.
Desired Skills
Systems engineering experience
Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) experience
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $20.14 - $28.15
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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
From Lockheed Martin's job posting, checked 14 Nov 2026. Requirements, and whether the role is still open, are settled on the employer's own page.
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