Summer Intern - Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities for this Position

Position Title: Summer Intern - Mechanical Engineer

Location: Sterling Heights, MI, United States

Category: Entry-level Positions & Internships

Job Type: Intern/Co-Op

Country: United States

State: MI

City: Sterling Heights

Remote Work Options: On-Site

Security Clearance Required: None

Career Level: Intern/Co-Op

Requisition ID: 17350671

Description: About the Role:
As an intern within a functional engineering team, you will have an opportunity to perform concept modeling, engineering and design support for the development, delivery, and sustainment of sub-systems and components managed by the Mechanisms & Actuation team. This team is responsible for battery integration components, lighting, driver controls, doors & hatches, mechanisms (e.g., latches, hinges, etc.) and seating. Additionally, the role may require design support of adjacent modules including, but not limited to, stowage, mounting, and guards. This functional engineering team supports the entire portfolio of products and programs within GDLS ranging from new technology demonstrations to pre-production development and ultimately full-scale vehicle production.

Hybrid or Onsite:
Due to the nature of the work, this role requires on-site presence up to 100%.

Responsibilities to Anticipate / Expect:
Work directly with a mentor and engineers in your field of study while finding solutions to real world problems.
Experience our products up close by touring our state-of-the-art manufacturing and research facilities
Creative thinker with ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity.
Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
Developing hardware concepts using CAD modeling tools and ensuring developed concepts meet all technical requirements.

Qualifications / What You Must Have:
Actively pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Familiarity with interacting with 3D CAD software. Siemens NX and/or Creo preferred.
Must be proficient in Microsoft 365 applications.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to travel up to 10% to other facilities and military installations if needed.

Additional Information:
Office location is based in Sterling Heights, MI. This is for an on-site, non-remote position.
GDLS utilizes a 9/80 work schedule. This schedule provides employees with every other Friday off.
The Mechanical Design Engineer may be required to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
About the Role:
As an intern within a functional engineering team, you will have an opportunity to perform concept modeling, engineering and design support for the development, delivery, and sustainment of sub-systems and components managed by the Mechanisms & Actuation team. This team is responsible for battery integration components, lighting, driver controls, doors & hatches, mechanisms (e.g., latches, hinges, etc.) and seating. Additionally, the role may require design support of adjacent modules including, but not limited to, stowage, mounting, and guards. This functional engineering team supports the entire portfolio of products and programs within GDLS ranging from new technology demonstrations to pre-production development and ultimately full-scale vehicle production.

Hybrid or Onsite:
Due to the nature of the work, this role requires on-site presence up to 100%.

Responsibilities to Anticipate / Expect:
Work directly with a mentor and engineers in your field of study while finding solutions to real world problems.
Experience our products up close by touring our state-of-the-art manufacturing and research facilities
Creative thinker with ability to grasp and apply new information quickly and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity.
Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team success
Commitment to ongoing professional development for yourself and others
Developing hardware concepts using CAD modeling tools and ensuring developed concepts meet all technical requirements.

Qualifications / What You Must Have:
Actively pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Aerospace Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Familiarity with interacting with 3D CAD software. Siemens NX and/or Creo preferred.
Must be proficient in Microsoft 365 applications.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to travel up to 10% to other facilities and military installations if needed.

Additional Information:
Office location is based in Sterling Heights, MI. This is for an on-site, non-remote position.
GDLS utilizes a 9/80 work schedule. This schedule provides employees with every other Friday off.
The Mechanical Design Engineer may be required to climb on/off, work in, and work around military vehicles.

Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation; ship construction and repair; land combat vehicles, weapons systems and munitions; and technology products and services. General Dynamics employs more than 100,000 people across 65 countries worldwide and in all 50 U.S. states, more information is available at General Dynamics Land Systems, is a business unit of General Dynamics, and is an innovative leader of ground combat systems' equipment and software for our clients. Our performance-driven team partners with the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corp and other militaries across the Globe to ensure that next generation ground combat vehicles are ready to protect our fighting men and women in uniform. General Dynamics Lands Systems provides a competitive compensation package, site specific flexible work schedules, 401(k) with Company Match; Bonus Eligibility, Employee Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, On-site Amenities, and comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, General Dynamics Land Systems ("GDLS") provides all persons with equal opportunity and access to all aspects of employment process, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or membership in any group protected by federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws. GDLS also is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation to search or apply for an opportunity with GDLS, please call 586-825-4000 or send an e-mail to for assistance and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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