Aerojet Rocketdyne Looking for Intern – Engineering (Aerothermal Fluids Support) at Canoga Park, CA  Full Time

Location

US-CA-Canoga Park

We are seeking to fill an intern position with the Aero Thermal Fluids (ATF) Engineering group for the summer of 2024 at our Los Angeles, CA site.

Summer internships will start in approximately May/June and end in August/September.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our more than 50,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

Power the Future with Aerojet Rocketdyne and enjoy work/life balance! We are hiring at our Canoga Park, CA (Los Angeles area) Space HQ, where we design & manufacture rocket engines and unique power systems that support space exploration & the defense of our nation such as NASA’s SLS, Lockheed Martin’s THAAD, Sierra Nevada’s Dream Chaser, and the Mars Perseverance Rover.

You’re not just “doing a job” at Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies Company. The work you perform makes significant contributions to national security and space exploration.

Trusted – We didn’t apply for this honor, but Aerojet Rocketdyne is proud to be recognized as one of America’s Most Trusted Aerospace & Defense Companies by Newsweek / Statista two years in a row!
• Inspiring Company Culture – Our people support each other and work together to leave an indelible impact on our nation’s aerospace and defense legacy. Read more about our culture: Careers | L3Harris
• Rest and Relaxation– Accrue 3 weeks of vacation to start plus separate sick allowance. 9/80 schedule providing longer weekends. Paid holidays including one-week year-end paid holiday shutdown
• Comprehensive Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts, and Wellness programs. Want to know more? Check out: Benefits | L3Harris
• Prepare for the Future – 401(k) with company match
• Professional Development – Tuition assistance, free professional development training through Rocket University, employee recognition, and leadership development programs
• Employee Resource Groups – Local and Enterprise employee-led volunteer groups to create community, awareness, impact, and to support a culture where everyone belongs

Projects will focus on areas including thermal or fluid dynamics analysis of solid rocket propulsion systems and components.

Tasks will vary but may include analysis requiring knowledge of thermal analysis and CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics), preparing analysis models and reviewing analysis results with senior analysts.

Interns may assist in reducing solid rocket motor test data to validate results of analysis models.

Candidate must be currently enrolled in a B.S. degree program in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or similar major) OR enrolled in an advanced degree program in related major, and returning to school upon completion of the assignment.

Preferred Qualifications

3.2 GPA or above

Junior standing or above; graduate students preferred

Solid academic track record of accomplishment

Working knowledge of Microsoft Software applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Leadership & teamwork skills

Coursework in Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, and Solid Rocket Propulsion

Computer programming experience

Requires U.S. Citizenship or status as a U.S. Person. Must be able to satisfy federal government requirements for access to government information, and having dual citizenship may preclude you from being able to meet this requirement.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Employees in these positions must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer; stamina to sit or stand and maintain attention to detail despite interruptions; may occasionally lift/carry/push/pull up to 25 pounds; may require occasional walking, climbing, stooping, crouching, and/or bending; and vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. May require the ability to travel by air or auto. May require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, safety shoes, and shop coat. These positions may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization.

22.00 – 33.00 per hour

Pay range for this job level is a general guideline only for California and/or Washington State and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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