**Job Description** In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide **LEAP Internship & Co-op Program** , where you will **L** earn, **E** ngage, **A** pply, and **P** rogress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program. **The Opportunity** BAE Systems is seeking aSystems EngineerInternwith a Mechanical Engineering background for Summer 2026. Join our Mechanical Interfaces Team within our Systems Engineering/Interface Management Program Area and become a member of a **diverse, enthusiastic, and highly productive team** , where each employee has the **opportunity to grow their skills** and **work on rewarding** **projects.** Working within a digital engineering environment and leveraging model-based systems engineering methodologies, the selected intern will help ensure that all weapon system interface requirements are correctly defined and properly coordinated for the US/UK TRIDENT Submarine Strategic Weapon System and US Attack Weapon System programs in support of the US Navy's Strategic Systems Programsa program that keeps our nation safe with a credible sea-based nuclear deterrent. The selected candidate will work closely with numerous engineering teams to perform the following functions: + Performing technical change evaluations + Interfacing with government and contractor activities to define Weapons System Coordinated Interfaces + Supporting interface workshops with government and contractor participants, including the capture and production of workshop minutes **Who You Are** + You are driven by mission + You love learning how to use and administer new tools and technologies + You enjoy working with people and collaborating across teams + You have a high degree of personal drive, initiative, and the ability to drive change + You are able to explain complex subjects concisely in person and in email + You love finding new and creative ways to solve problems + You constantly ask questions and love learning + You are always anticipating your customer s needs and working to exceed their expectations + You live for details + You are willing to put in the time and effort it takes to get the job done + You are always looking for ways to do things better and faster + You are constantly updating your to-do list and planning ahead + You are more interested in getting the job done right than who gets credit + You are a good judge of how long projects take to complete, and always alert others if things get off track **Required Education, Experience, & Skills** + Enrolled student at an accredited 4-year college / university having completed a minimum of two years (Sophomore) by start of internship + Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or another engineering-related major + Understanding of basic engineering principles + Excellent oral and written communication skills, especially presentation skills with the customer as audience + Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with others as a team player and collaborator across interdisciplinary teams + Demonstrated self-starter with organizational, planning, and follow-up skills + Effective time management skills + Proficiency with PCs and in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel) **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills** + Experience with Creo Parametric, DOORS, MATLAB, and/or MagicDraw **Pay Information** Full-Time Salary Range: $49592 - $68993 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20 hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance. **Systems Engineer Intern (Mechanical Engineering Focus), Summer 2026** **120534BR** EEO Career Site Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities . females . veterans . individuals with disabilities . sexual orientation . gender identity . gender expression