• Engineering Intern

    Aurora Flight Sciences Corporation (Manassas, VA)


    2026 Engineering Intern

     

    Job Code 3984

     

    Assigned Aurora Location Manassas, VA

     

    2026 Engineering Intern

    Position Overview

    At Aurora Flight Sciences, we design, build, and fly advanced aircraft and enabling technologies from concept to reality. We are searching for a talented and self-motivated 2026 Engineering Intern to help us create the future of flight. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

    Responsibilities

    We are seeking individuals with Software, Mechanical, Systems, Robotics, Flight Physics, Autonomy, Electrical, and Structures Engineering or related experience. As well as-experience contributing to a team in a fast-paced, competitive and self-directed environment.

    The duration of an internship typically lasts 10-12 weeks in any one of our sites:

    -Manassas, VA Headquarters, Engineering and Product Development

     

    -Cambridge, MA Research and Development

     

    -Bridgeport, WV Manufacturing

     

    -Columbus, MS Manufacturing and Final Assembly

     

    Aurora offers a competitive compensation, housing and transportation allowance if required. Our mentors and team members guide you through your work, help you integrate into our culture of collaboration and further develop and gain new skills. Our interns are invited to several offsite events, social outings, and an onsite team building event at our headquarters for learning and networking. Finally, during your time with us, we are interested in your input on how we can continue to enhance your experience in an environment of learning and at the end of your internship, we ask you to present your work experience and lessons learned to the company.

    Minimum Requirements

    -Must be a US Person

     

    -Enrollment in bachelor’s program with a focus in Engineering or a related field

     

    -Experience contributing to a team in a fast-paced/comparative and/or self-directed environment

    -Background knowledge in one of the following areas:

    Aerospace/General Aviation

     

    Flight Physics

     

    Aerostructures

     

    Computer Science

     

    Autonomy

     

    Robotics

     

    Mechanical Systems

     

    Propulsion

     

    Manufacturing

     

    Systems Engineering

    Preferred Requirements

    -Enrollment in a Master’s or PhD program

     

    -Participation in extracurricular activities

    Physical Requirements

    -The ability to travel to Aurora locations

    Salary Range (Annualized USD)

    + Minimum Range: $ to $

    + Maximum Range: $ to $

     

    Aurora Company Overview Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, is a leader in the development and manufacturing of advanced unmanned systems and aerospace vehicles. Our mission is to apply autonomy and robotics to the development, production, and operation of advanced aircraft. During the last three decades, Aurora has designed, rapid-prototyped, and flown an average of one new vehicle a year for both government and commercial customers. Now, as an independent subsidiary of Boeing, Aurora’s innovation is combined with Boeing’s size and strength, creating an unprecedented opportunity to shape the future of aerospace systems.

     

    Equal Opportunity Employer Aurora Flight Sciences, A Boeing Company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

     

    Aurora Total Rewards At Aurora Flight Sciences, a Boeing Company, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. Aurora Flight Sciences provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location and date of hire. Please note that the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.