Project Engineer Intern (Aerospace and Defense)

Location: Hagerstown, MD, United States; in-office position with possible hybrid work; ability to travel may be required.

Estimated starting salary: $21.40–$29.43 per hour.

Company

hirify.global provides aerospace, defense, command and control, communications, ISR, force protection, security, and lifecycle management solutions for government, commercial, and international customers.

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 to understand project requirements, timelines, and goals.
• Perform hands-on technical work and collaborate with experienced engineers and team members.
• Identify process improvement opportunities and participate in workshops.

Requirements

• Must be a sophomore, junior, or senior in college or technical school, with at least six months remaining until graduation after the internship.
• Currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• Must have been an SNC Summer 2026 Intern.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and collaboration skills; strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.
• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods and use computers and office equipment.
• Manual dexterity for handling tools and technical equipment; ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to work in a laboratory or workshop environment, including possible exposure to loud noise or hazardous conditions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for employment.

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

• Mentoring from experienced industry professionals and cross-functional workshops.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) with a 150% match up to 6%.
• Life insurance, three weeks of paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
• Collaborative environment focused on aerospace, national security, innovation, and mission execution.

Hiring process

• The posting will remain open for at least five days and may be extended based on business needs.
• Employment requires successful security-clearance eligibility and background adjudication.