General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) + BroadFutures Engineering Internship
Washington, AR - USA
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Job Summary
Join General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) as an Engineering Intern and apply your classroom learning to real-world projects that support critical national missions.
As an intern you will collaborate with experienced engineers and work on technical projects in software mechanical electrical or systems engineering. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience strengthen your skills and contribute to meaningful work in a supportive team-oriented environment with neurodivergent informed mentoring and training from BroadFutures throughout the program.
Timing: Summer 2026 (late May-August)
Location: Various US Cities (you can chose which locations you are interested in)
**To be considered you must also apply directly to an internship listing on the GDMS website.
About General Dynamics Mission Systems
As an intern you will collaborate with experienced engineers and work on technical projects in software mechanical electrical or systems engineering. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience strengthen your skills and contribute to meaningful work in a supportive team-oriented environment with neurodivergent informed mentoring and training from BroadFutures throughout the program.
Timing: Summer 2026 (late May-August)
Location: Various US Cities (you can chose which locations you are interested in)
**To be considered you must also apply directly to an internship listing on the GDMS website.
About General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems provides mission critical solutions to those who lead serve and protect the world we live in. We are a defense electronics manufacturer and integrator with deep domain expertise in land sea air space and cyber.
**Please note there is no age limit on this program. Feel free to apply if you are over the age of 26.
**Please note there is no age limit on this program. Feel free to apply if you are over the age of 26.
Key Responsibilities
Interns may work on the following:
- Assist with the design analysis integration and testing of engineering solutions.
- Support software mechanical electrical or systems development tasks depending on placement (e.g. coding circuit design CAD modeling requirements analysis or system testing)
- Participate in troubleshooting problem-solving and documentation of technical work.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and manufacturing teams.
- Contribute to project deliverables including technical reports diagrams schematics models and test documentation.
- Gain exposure to industry standards and practices including design reviews verification processes and quality assurance.
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
- Enrollment in an accredited Bachelors degree program in Computer Engineering Systems Engineering Software Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Academic standing of sophomore level or higher preferred.
- Strong foundation in engineering concepts problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Experience with at least one relevant technical toolset:
- Software: C C Python Rust or similar programming languages
- Mechanical: 3D CAD (Pro/E CREO preferred) GD&T mechanical design
- Electrical/Systems: Digital circuit design FPGAs schematic reading test setups
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated with a desire to produce high-quality results.
U.S. citizenship required (security clearance may be necessary depending on assignment).
Benefits
Neurodivergent informed training and mentoring from BroadFutures.
Required Experience:
Intern