Research & Development Intern 2026

Job Description:

Job Description

How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that’s exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. Youll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth as you enjoy a special camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems.

As an intern you will participate in our nationwide Internship & Co-Op Program, LEAP, where you will have the opportunity to Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. You will also have access to additional benefits such as, networking with BAE Systems employees and other students, participating in exciting real-world projects, joining exclusive informational sessions with senior leaders, and expanding mentorship opportunities and career development.

BAE Systems is one of the worlds largest defense contractors and Fortune 500 Company, this intern will be working full time onsite at our Radford Army Ammunition Plant in Radford, VA, for summer & fall 2026. This opportunity is full-time during the summer (May-August) and part time during the school year. Relocation will be not offered, and housing is not provided.

The Radford Army Ammunition Plant is looking for technical interns to support our propellant and rocket motor production facilities. In addition to production, the plant is also looking for interns to support our maintenance and facilities infrastructure. The ideal candidate must be highly motivated, organized and methodical in thinking and actions.

As a Research and Development Intern you will:

Support one of the three value streams (Solvent, Solventless and Core Chemical)
monitoring of product on the production line
writing work instructions
establishing and analyzing production metrics
cost analysis & project estimating
project support & tracking
schedule monitoring and other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Pursuing a Bachelor's in Engineering, Math, Physics, or other technical fields
Ability to follow directions in a safety critical environment
Ability to collaborate and work well in team environment.
Sound judgment, initiative and self-motivation, and able to complete tasks with minimal supervision
Strong communication, customer focus skills, presentation and technical writing skills needed

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Experience working in the chemical manufacturing industry a plus
Ability to render P&I diagrams, process flow diagrams, building and equipment layouts, etc via Solidworks/AutoCAD software
Engineering experience in process installation and improvement, product research and development and/or manufacturing a plus.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $42654 - $57573

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Job Ident #: 122638BR

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs

BAE Systems is a premier global defense and security company with approximately 100,000 employees delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions...

Benefits:
Competitive

Supported Manufacturers:
Various

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Job Info

Location

Radford, Virginia, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs