Mechanical Engineering Coop, Summer-Fall 2026 with Security Clearance

About the Team

The Navigation and Sensor Systems organization is a growing business area within BAE Systems Electronic Systems, dedicated to developing the next generation of advanced military navigation systems. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, our team creates the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. From detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers, our engineers are the lifeblood of the company, working on the world's most advanced electronics. We draw strength from our differences to innovate for the future, ensuring our customers have enhanced situational awareness and pinpoint accuracy for missions worldwide.

Our mission is simple yet ambitious: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®." As the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, we deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, pushing the limits of what is possible to defend national security with breakthrough technology.

About the Role

This position offers a unique opportunity to "plant your flag" in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, as part of an immediate solution for advanced navigation systems. While pilots fly the aircraft, our navigation systems create the route and keep them on course. You will join a team of over 5,000 engineers passionate about learning, mentoring, and developing problem-solving skills.

In this role, you will work closely with a hardware engineering team to support ground, weapon, and airborne navigation products. You will assist in capturing technical requirements, creating mechanical design artifacts and CAD models, and supporting integration and verification testing over military-grade climatic and dynamic environments. The role also involves generating and reviewing mechanical design documents, drawings, and reports, as well as assisting in transitioning products to manufacturing. You will collaborate with other engineering disciplines, including electrical, software, systems, and test engineering, to drive design and integration efforts.

This is a full-time onsite position requiring consistent, in-person collaboration at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time. The position runs from June through mid-December 2026, and candidates must be available for the entire duration.

Hiring Process

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled or a qualified pool of candidates is identified. Interested candidates should apply directly to join our team of highly talented professionals making a global impact.

Equal Opportunity

BAE Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.