Summer 2026 - IEF - Human Factors Engineering College Intern

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Date: Aug 27, 2025

Location: Savannah, GA, US

Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Summer 2026 - IEF - Human Factors Engineering College Intern  in  GAC Savannah


Unique Skills:

Launch Your Future at Gulfstream Aerospace 

  

At Gulfstream, a proud division of General Dynamics, interns and co-ops don’t just watch they contribute from day one. As part of a world-class team building the most advanced business jets, you’ll take on meaningful work in your area of focus whether that’s engineering, manufacturing, or beyond within a culture grounded in integrity, pride, and excellence. You’ll be supported by leaders and mentors who are invested in your growth, helping you build confidence, skills, and lasting connections. 

  

Our corporate headquarters in Savannah, Georgia offers more than just a place to work it’s a place to thrive. This historic coastal city is known for its southern charm, artistic streetscapes, and laid-back yet lively energy. Here, your experience goes beyond the office both personally and professionally. 

  

Why You’ll Thrive Here: 

💡 Contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of aviation 

🤝 Work alongside industry leaders committed to mentorship and collaboration 

🚀 Build leadership, technical, and creative skills in a fast-paced, supportive environment 

 

 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
 
Human Factors Engineering applies structured quantitative and subjective experimental methods to generate requirements that ensure designs meet the limitations of human performance and optimize usability, maintainability, and manufacturability of aircraft systems. 
 
On any given day, you may:
  • Perform trade studies on system design concepts and present human factors requirement recommendations to multidisciplinary design teams.
  • Assist in the design of part task simulation evaluations for detailed design requirement definition using software and physical mockups, or predictive modeling tools.
  • Work with a Human Factors Engineer to provide project recommendations in selecting and applying appropriate anthropometric modeling tools to design concept analysis.
  • Apply appropriate data analysis methods (descriptive or inferential statistics).
  • Assist in the preparation, development, and execution of part task and/or simulator plans that utilize data measurement techniques such as rating scales, questionnaires, and performance measurement calculation.
  • Document evaluations in final engineering reports.
  • Assist with validation and verification of requirements.
  • Utilize industry and/or regulatory committee design guidance and/or regulations to support design aspects.
 
Required Skills and Abilities
  • Experience with basic research methods and use of human subjects in evaluations and experiments.
  • Ability to convey technical and non-technical concepts clearly and succinctly in both written and verbal formats.
 
Preferred Skills and Abilities
  • Aviation/aerospace experience
  • Experience with advanced task analysis methods
  • Experience with biomechanics and time study theories
  • Experience with sensation and perception research
  • Experience with simulation software (e.g., CATIA V5 Human Builder, 3DSSPP, iData)
  • Experience with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS)
  • Experience with Lean Six Sigma philosophies
  • Flying experience (e.g., PPL, CPL, ATP)
 
Education and Experience Desired:
  • Majors: Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Industrial & System Engineering, Human Factors
  • Psychology for MS or PhD if engineering undergrad
  • Psychology for BS if engineering courses taken

 

Benefits Include

  • Company-provided housing  

  • Competitive pay 

  • Medical coverage 

  • Paid Time Off  

  • 401(k) match 

  • Mentorship 

  • Collegiate networking events 

  • And more!  

 

Please note that this job description may remain active until October 31, 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:
    1. Enrolled as a full-time student at time of application, actively pursuing a bachelor’s degree or above.

    2. Complete their freshman year by the time the internship starts.

    3. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 (without rounding); must be listed on resume.

    4. Minimum 12-14 week requirement (summer); 14-16 week requirement (spring and fall).

    5. Must be onsite; this is not a remote position.

    6. Must have reliable transportation.

    Additional Information

    Requisition Number: 228125

    Category: Other

    Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

    Shift: First

    Employment Type: 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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