System Engineer Intern, Summer 2027

Location: Rockville, Maryland, United States

Category: Engineering & Technology

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Systems Engineering Intern to join our 2027 Summer Internship Program. In this role, you will work alongside experienced systems engineers performing system‑level verification for a high‑visibility U.S. Navy weapon system program. Your work will directly support mission success for our partners and contribute to the defense of our nation.

As a Systems Engineering Intern, you will gain experience in:

• Conducting system verification activities using requirements, verification methods, and compliance documentation
• Supporting the development and maintenance of the Requirements Verification and Traceability Matrix (RVTM)
• Performing data analysis and collaborating with engineering teams to support requirement verification and validation
• Preparing technical documentation, presentations, data packages, and white papers

In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op
Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our
business leaders and the other students in the program.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Must be currently enrolled in Bachelor’s degree in Systems, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline and complete your junior year prior to Summer 2027
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with diverse teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10%

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• GPA of 3.0 or higher highly preferred

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $49592 - $68993

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.


About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.