Spring 2027 - IEF - Flight Sciences / Thermofluid Analysis Collegiate Intern
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Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation
Savannah, GA, US
Summary
The intern will perform thermal modeling and fluid systems performance analysis to support aircraft system design and certification. They will build numerical simulations to predict environmental conditions and system performance while participating in real-world aerospace projects.
Job Description
Spring 2027 - IEF - Flight Sciences / Thermofluid Analysis Collegiate Intern in GAC Savannah
Unique Skills:
Your Future Takes Flight at Gulfstream
At Gulfstream, a proud division of General Dynamics, Collegiate Interns apply classroom learning to real-world challenges and gain valuable experience. You’ll work alongside skilled professionals in a culture built on integrity, pride, and excellence—preparing you for future success in the aerospace industry.
Our corporate headquarters in Savannah, Georgia provides the ideal setting for your internship experience by combining professional opportunity with the charm of a historic coastal city.
About the Position
Thermofluid Analysis engineers / interns are responsible for a wide variety of analytical work, focusing on thermal modeling and fluid systems performance. The group develops new techniques to improve aircraft system design, especially on new aircraft programs. Thermofluids Analysis engineers build numerical simulations to predict environmental conditions throughout the aircraft, and to predict pneumatic, fuel, and hydraulic system performance. The group is also responsible for test data analysis in support of certification, ensuring all equipment on the aircraft remains within acceptable temperature and ventilation environments.
The student will gain knowledge of aircraft system design, FAR Part 25 regulations, advanced simulation techniques, and data analysis techniques. The individuals will be participating in real projects while being mentored by senior engineers.
Typical Major(s):
- Aerospace Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Desired Skills:
- 1D modeling and simulation (Amesim, FlowMaster/Flownex/Simscape)
- 3D CFD and CHT (StarCCM+/Fluent/CFX/OpenFoam)
- CAD (CATIA/Rhinoceros/Simcenter3D)
- Optimization (ModeFrontier/OptiSLAng/Heeds)
- Coding (Python, C/C++/C#, FORTRAN, Java, Matlab)
Classes Taken:
- Heat Transfer
- Propulsion
- Gas Dynamics
- Numerical Methods
- Aerodynamics
- Turbomachinery
Benefits Include
- Company-provided housing
- Competitive pay
- Medical coverage
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) match
- Mentorship
- Collegiate networking events
Please note that this job description may remain active until October 30, 2026. Interviews may be conducted before or after this date.
Education and Experience Requirements
Position Purpose:
Start your journey today by joining our team for a career-building experience that utilizes your skills within a world-class organization.
Job Description
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
- Must be enrolled as a full-time student at the time of application and actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree or higher.
- Completion of sophomore year is required. prior to the internship start date.
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (without rounding); must be listed on resume.
- Rotation Requirements: Juniors – 2 rotations; Seniors & Graduate Students – 1 rotation.
- Minimum duration: 12 weeks (summer); 14–16 weeks (spring and fall).
- Must be onsite; this is not a remote position.
- Must have reliable transportation.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 236050
Category: Other
Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
Shift: First
Employment Type: Collegiate Intern
Number of Openings: 1
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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Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft
Inspired by the belief that aviation could fuel business growth, Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. invented the first purpose-built business aircraft, the Gulfstream I, which first flew in 1958. Today, more than 3,400 aircraft are in service around the world. Together with parent company General Dynamics, Gulfstream consistently invests in the future, dedicating resources to researching and developing innovative new aircraft, technologies and services.
Gulfstream’s next-generation family of aircraft, including the super-midsize Gulfstream G300, the category-leading Gulfstream G400, the award-winning Gulfstream G500 and Gulfstream G600, the ultralarge-cabin Gulfstream G700 and the ultralong-range Gulfstream G800, offers an aircraft for every mission. All are backed by the worldwide Gulfstream Customer Support network.
Founded
1958
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Savannah, Ga
Inspired by the belief that aviation could fuel business growth, Gulfstream Aerospace Corp. invented the first purpose-built business aircraft, the Gulfstream I, which first flew in 1958. Today, more than 3,400 aircraft are in service around the world. Together with parent company General Dynamics, Gulfstream consistently invests in the future, dedicating resources to researching and developing innovative new aircraft, technologies and services.
Gulfstream’s next-generation family of aircraft, including the super-midsize Gulfstream G300, the category-leading Gulfstream G400, the award-winning Gulfstream G500 and Gulfstream G600, the ultralarge-cabin Gulfstream G700 and the ultralong-range Gulfstream G800, offers an aircraft for every mission. All are backed by the worldwide Gulfstream Customer Support network.
Founded
1958
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Savannah, Ga