Spirit Defense - Summer 2027 Internship Program (Paid) - Information Digital Technology & Security (IDT&S)

Spirit AeroSystems • Wichita, KS • 42min ago

Overview

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, at Spirit's Defense Business Unit ("Spirit Defense"). Spirit Defense is an independent supplier to the defense and space marketplace. Through innovative engineering and rapid prototyping excellence, Spirit Defense provides the capabilities, technologies and support customers need to succeed in their missions.

Launch your career with Spirit Defense! We are seeking motivated, enthusiastic, and innovative students to join our 2027 intern program.

At Spirit Defense, our teams apply innovative engineering, advanced manufacturing, and rapid prototyping to solve complex challenges across the defense and space industries. Our engineers and business professionals work on products and technologies that support critical missions and help shape the future of aerospace.

As a Spirit Defense intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside experienced professionals on real-world aerospace challenges. During your summer internship, you will have the opportunity to:

Work directly with a mentor in your field of study while contributing to real-world projects

Gain firsthand exposure to aerospace products, manufacturing operations, engineering processes, and business systems

Collaborate with engineering and business leaders supporting defense and space programs

Build a professional network through technical, professional development, and social activities

Develop the skills and experience to launch your career in the aerospace and defense industry

Visit our program website to learn more about the opportunities available: https://jobs.boeing.com/internships

Responsibilities

Position Responsibilities:

Information Digital Technology & Security (IDT&S). Spirit Defense's IDT&S organization supports secure technology environments used by defense and space programs. Interns may assist with applications, systems, cybersecurity, infrastructure, data, automation, or technical project activities while learning how digital technology is deployed and protected in a mission-focused aerospace environment.

Potential internship assignments may include:

Secure application and systems support

Cybersecurity and information protection

Infrastructure, network, and endpoint technologies

Data analytics, reporting, automation, and technical project support

These positions are expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite in Wichita, KS.

This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship.

Employer will not sponsor applications for employment visa status.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):

Currently enrolled in a four-year undergraduate or graduate degree program

Ability to work full-time during Summer 2027

Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):

Passion for the aerospace and defense industry with an interest in building a career with Spirit Defense

Academic excellence (GPA of 3.0 or higher)

Previous related internship or work experience and/or involvement with student or civic organizations

Majoring in one of the following: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Information Systems, Data Science, Business Analytics, Electrical Engineering, or other related fields

The ability to relocate and work onsite

Relocation:

This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.

Union:

This is a union-represented position

Drug Free Workplace:

Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.

Shift:

These positions are for first shift.

Pay & Benefits:

At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.

The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.

The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Please note that the information shown below is a general guideline only. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

Summary pay range: Min: $19.73/hr - Max: $33.05/hr

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