Summer 2027 - IEF - Structures/ Structural Design College Intern in GAC Savannah

Unique Skills:

The Structural Design Engineer (Department 651) is responsible for developing configurations, laying out initial designs, designing detail parts, assemblies and installations and supporting aircraft programs from initial phase through product type certification. The design engineer also sustains multiple in-production aircraft, investigates fleet issues and customer requests, and works alongside multiple technical peers, including stress analysts, systems design engineers, test engineers, manufacturing engineers, production floor support personnel and regulatory agents. Knowledge of design configuration, design criteria, including CFR Part 25 regulations, material properties, load paths and industry and Gulfstream processes are examples of the knowledge, tools and techniques needed to design modern aircraft structures and components.

In addition to the core responsibilities of a Structural Design Engineer, this internship will support the design, development, and evaluation of advanced composite aircraft structures and components. Candidates should have academic coursework or project experience involving composite materials, including an understanding of material properties, laminate construction, anisotropic behavior, failure modes, design allowables, and manufacturing methods. Familiarity with composite design considerations such as ply orientation, load transfer, joint design, producibility, and inspection methods is highly desired.

Successful candidates will have demonstrated experience working within a team environment through engineering design projects, student organizations, research activities, competitions, or other collaborative technical efforts. The ability to communicate technical concepts effectively, contribute to group problem-solving activities, and work across multiple engineering disciplines is important. Candidates should be self-motivated learners who are comfortable taking ownership of assignments while collaborating with peers, mentors, and customers to achieve project objectives.

Typical Major(s): Aerospace Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Hobbies / Interests:
A passion for airplanes: full-scale, hobby/kit and RC
An interest in structures and a desire to understand how aircraft are designed and built to
optimize performance (weight, aerodynamics) and reduce cost
An interest in solid modelling, 3D CAD design and collaboration software: CATIA V5, Solid Works,
Siemens NX, etc.
Interest in 3D printing
Participating in design projects involving structures: AIAA Design Build Fly competition, SAE
Competitions, bridge design, etc.

Desired Skills:
Knoledge of composite design and manufacturing considerations
Knowledge of airframe components, their purpose and design requirements
3D CAD design: CATIA or NX
Manufacturing capabilities
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Strong written and verbal communication

List of Classes Taken/Planned:
Detail Structural Design (preferred)
Preliminary Structural Design (preferred)
Mechanics of Materials (preferred)
Structural Analysis
Statics & Mechanics
Aerodynamics, Mechanics of Machines, Machine Design

Other:
Junior, Senior, or Graduate level student(s)

Position Purpose:

Start your journey today by joining our team for a career-building experience that utilizes your skills within a world-class organization.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 236094

Category: Other

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Collegiate Intern

Posting End Date: 10/30/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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