2026 Summer Intern (GN&C / Performance Modeling Engineer)

General Dynamics Ordnance and Tactical Systems (OTS) is a global leader in the design, engineering and production of munitions, energetics, weapons, armaments, and missile subsystems around the world. OTS empowers the U.S. military and its allies with an extensive range of overarching product segments applied across all levels of strategic and tactical operations, providing a cutting-edge advantage to our warfighters. Our Ethos of Honesty, Trust, Transparency, and Alignment, are the guiding principles that form the foundation of everything we do. Integrity is paramount, innovation fuels our passion, customer satisfaction is at the core of our mission, and collaboration is key to our success - fostering a culture of teamwork and mutual respect among employees, partners, and stakeholders. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits that include career development and recognition programs. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

GD-OTS is looking for an 2026 Summer Intern - GN&C / Performance Modeling Engineer to join our Bothell, WA organization. We are expanding rapidly and looking for motivated and creative individuals who want to help support and shape this organization as we grow.

Essential Functions:

Support GN&C System Design and Analysis : Assist in designing, analyzing, and simulating algorithms for projectile guidance, navigation, and control systems.
• Performance Modeling Development: Develop and optimize models to predict and analyze system performance, including flight dynamics and trajectory planning.
• Data Analysis and Simulation: Perform simulations and post-process simulation data to evaluate system dynamics and control performance under various operational scenarios.
• Algorithm Development and Testing: Contribute to the development, validation, and testing of control algorithms for precision guided munition systems.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare technical reports, document analysis results, and present findings to senior engineers or project teams.
• Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Teams: Work closely with systems engineering, hardware, and software teams to ensure GN&C and performance models meet system requirements

Applicants must be enrolled in at least their third year or senior year or post grad - actively pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in an accredited engineering program, with a focus in aerospace, mechanical, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge, skills & abilities: Ability to work as part of a team. Oral and written communication skills. Attentiveness. Ability to understand and follow directions.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position at a desk and/or computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a climate-controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential.

Travel Requirements:

• No or very little travel likely.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. The statements do not represent an exhaustive list of required responsibilities and skills. Other duties may be added or this job description may be amended at any time. This job description does not alter an employee's at-will employment status or create an employment agreement or contract, implied or otherwise.