Systems Engineer Intern (Summer 2027) (Aerospace)

Location: Lone Tree, Colorado, United States; in-office workplace with the ability to work in an office or hybrid environment. Travel may be required.

Estimated starting salary: $23.54–$32.37 per hour.

Company

hirify.global develops aerospace, aviation, ISR, C4ISR, and national security systems, including next-generation airborne command and control solutions.

What you will do

• Participate in technical projects and complete assigned tasks supporting team objectives.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data to support engineering decisions.
• Attend planning meetings and work with team members to understand requirements, timelines, and goals.
• Perform hands-on technical work and identify opportunities for process improvements and best-practice implementation.
• Participate in mentoring, cross-functional workshops, and company projects.

Requirements

• Be a sophomore, junior, or senior in college or technical school with at least six months remaining until graduation after the internship.
• Be currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Have strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Be able to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Have strong organizational skills, work ethic, and attention to detail.
• Be able to sit at a computer for extended periods, use computers and office equipment, and handle tools and technical equipment.
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 25 lbs and work in laboratory or workshop environments with possible loud noise or hazardous conditions.
• Meet U.S. Government international trade requirements as a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, protected individual, or person eligible to obtain the required authorizations.

Nice to have

• Prior internship or work experience in a technical or engineering role.
• Familiarity with the aerospace and defense industry.
• Basic knowledge of engineering software tools such as CAD or MATLAB.
• Microsoft Access skills.
• Pursuing a degree in engineering or a related discipline.

Culture & Benefits

• Hands-on experience in an aerospace and defense environment with guidance and mentorship from industry professionals.
• Collaborative work with cross-functional teams and participation in workshops.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, and three weeks of paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.