Aerospace Engineer Intern
CACI International Inc
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Location Type: Office
Location: Aberdeen • Maryland • United States
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Salary
💰 $39,900 - $79,900 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Assist in airframe design, modification, and integration activities
- Support development of 3D models, drawings, and configuration updates
- Participate in structural assessments and basic performance analysis
- Assist with system integration of propulsion, control, and payload components
- Support ground testing, fit checks, and pre-flight preparation
- Collect and organize test data during ground and flight events
- Assist in development of technical documentation and test reports
- Support trouble shooting and root cause analysis of airframe or performance issues
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and systems teams during integration efforts
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering or closely related field
- Foundational understanding of aerodynamics, flight mechanics, and structures
- Experience with 3D CAD software
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in a hands-on lab and flight test environment
- Strong communication skills and willingness to learn
- Ability to obtain and maintain SECRET security clearance
- Experience with UAV/UAS platforms or RC aircraft (desired)
- Familiarity with structural analysis or simulation tools (desired)
- Exposure to propulsion systems or flight control concepts (desired)
- Prior internship, lab research, or project team experience (desired)
Benefits
- healthcare
- wellness
- financial
- retirement
- family support
- continuing education
- time off benefits
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
airframe design3D modelingstructural assessmentsperformance analysissystem integrationtroubleshootingroot cause analysisaerodynamicsflight mechanicsstructural analysis
Soft Skills
analytical skillsproblem-solving skillscommunication skillswillingness to learn
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace EngineeringSECRET security clearance