Summer 2027 - IEF - Flight Test Engineer Collegiate Associate Intern

Summer 2027 - IEF - Flight Test Engineer Collegiate Associate Intern in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills

Your Future Takes Flight at Gulfstream: Summer 2027

At Gulfstream, a proud division of General Dynamics, Collegiate Associates apply classroom learning to real-world challenges and gain valuable experience. You’ll work alongside skilled professionals in a culture built on integrity, pride, and excellence—preparing you for future success in the aerospace industry.

Our corporate headquarters in Savannah, Georgia provides the ideal setting for your associate experience by combining professional opportunity with the charm of a historic coastal city.

What You’ll Experience

• Real-world projects that make an impact
• Exposure to innovative practices
• Opportunities to build skills and professional connections

About the Position

Gulfstream engineering interns in Innovation, Engineering and Flight are an integral part of the engineering staff, contributing to projects that are both technically challenging and educationally stimulating.

We are looking for all levels of educational experience—from undergraduates to master's and PhD students—who are seeking professional experience in a state-of-the-art engineering environment. If you are looking to gain professional experience and are passionate about aviation and engineering, you will be intrigued by the opportunities we give interns across almost 40 different departments that support Innovation, Engineering, and Flight.

Over the Course of Our Internship Experience You Will Have the Opportunity to

• Work directly with a team in your field of study to develop solutions for real-world challenges.
• Experience our products up close by touring our state-of-the-art manufacturing and research facilities.
• Interact directly with our company leaders to learn about the future of Gulfstream.
• Build a lasting professional network through social events and engaging activities.
• Accelerate your professional experience through gaining the skills and knowledge to become a future leader in the aerospace industry.

Engineering Departments You May Be Considered For

• Flight Test

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to engineering staff and contribute by completing discrete engineering tasks on schedule.
• Using company procedures, apply engineering knowledge to resolve aircraft related issues.
• Support component and full-scale aircraft prototype and test activities during the lifecycle of Gulfstream products.
• Generate and analyze miscellaneous technical test data.
• Interface with various internal organizations such as Production Engineering, Completions Engineering, Manufacturing, Marketing, Product Support and Procurement as well as external suppliers.
• Develop knowledge of application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in assigned field of expertise.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Other Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited university pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher in one of the following disciplines:
  • Aerospace Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Systems Engineering
• Must be available to work on-site in Savannah, GA during the Summer 2027 semester, beginning in May 2027.
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (without rounding); must be listed on resume.

Academic or Project Experience in One or More of the Following Areas

• Aircraft performance, handling qualities, flight controls, flutter, loads, or aerodynamics
• Avionics
• Electrical systems
• Powerplant engineering
• Mechanical systems

Preferred Experience

• Experience with MATLAB or Python
• Experience with data analysis

Benefits Include

• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off
• Housing stipend (if your permanent residence is more than 50 miles from Gulfstream)
• Medical coverage
• 401(k) match
• Collegiate networking event

Please note that this job description may remain active until October 30, 2027. Interviews may be conducted before or after this date.

Additional Information

• Requisition Number: 235823
• Category: Other
• Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
• Shift: First
• Employment Type: Collegiate Associate
• Posting End Date: 10/30/2026