USMA West Point AIAD Cadet Program - Intern Engineer in McLeansville, North Carolina at Mission Systems
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Job Description
ID: 2026-72803
US-NC-McLeansville
Required Clearance: Secret, obtainable within reasonable time based on requirements
Posted Date: 5/27/2026
Category: Engineering-Other
Employment Type: Intern
Hiring Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc.
Basic Qualifications
- Enrolled in the USMA West Point AIAD Cadet Program
- AIADs offer cadets immersive, out-of-classroom experiences that reinforce academic learning through practical application. By working alongside leading corporations and organizations, cadets gain firsthand exposure to industry practices, strengthen critical leadership skills, and build meaningful professional relationships.
Responsibilities for this Position
Keeping people safe worldwide is what we do. Developing mission-critical systems is how we do it. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining.
Duties and Tasks:
Objectives - Intern program participants will receive training and job-shadowing opportunities to gain skills to meet the specific needs of the organization and will be prepared to meet the GDMS mission in “providing smarter mission critical systems and products to defense, civil government, intelligence and cybersecurity customers”. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on GDMS leadership expectations, company history, customer / stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.
Outcome – Offer transitioning service members a rewarding opportunity to learn from the General Dynamics Mission Systems team.
What sets you apart:
- Clear understanding of engineering concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards
- 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
Salary Note
This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.
Combined Salary Range
USD $26.00 - USD $27.00 /Hr.
Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
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