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Engineering Intern (M&S Scenario Developer)

CompanyModern Technology Solutions Inc
LocationLas Vegas
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 7, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will contribute to the Modeling and Simulation (M&S) and flight test teams, analyzing complex data sets and supporting the creation of test plans. They will also develop and test complex mission scenarios focused on stealth technology and electronic warfare.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
2176
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is a 100% employee-owned engineering services and technology solutions company delivering first-choice capabilities to solve problems of global importance in the critical mission areas of missile defense, cyber security, intelligence, unmanned/autonomous systems, aviation, space, and homeland security. The MTSI mission is to make important and lasting contributions to the nation's defense and security by providing leadership and best- value solutions to solve America's most technically challenging strategic problems. Founded in 1993, MTSI today has employees at over 20 offices and field sites worldwide. For more information about MTSI, please visit www.mtsi-va.com. For current MTSI job openings, please visit www.mtsi-va.com/careers.
About the Role
We are currently looking for an Engineering Intern (M&S Scenario Developer) to join our team in Las Vegas, NV.

Responsibilities:

We’re seeking a highly motivated STEM student (Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics) for a cooperative educational (Co-op) position. This internship is planned for the spring, summer, and/or fall semesters 2026, with the potential for multiple rotations. This position offers a unique opportunity to work alongside our flight test division, supporting the development of current and next-generation aircraft. Interns will be given several projects and will be expected to contribute to a variety of tasks supporting our engineering team.

The intern will be a key contributor to our Modeling and Simulation (M&S) and flight test teams. Primary responsibilities will include using tools like MATLAB and Python to analyze complex data sets from flight tests and simulations, as well as supporting the creation of test plans, procedures, and objectives for developmental flight testing.

The intern will also be introduced to the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration and Simulation (AFSIM) to develop and test complex mission scenarios focused on stealth technology and electronic warfare (EW). All projects will require the intern to manage and complete several concurrent tasks, working both independently and collaboratively. Interns will be expected to prepare and deliver technical presentations and summaries to the engineering team and leadership.

Qualifications:

·        Currently enrolled in a BS or MS degree program in Engineering (Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, or Computer), Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related STEM field
·        Expected graduation date of 2027 or later (targeting students available for 2026 internships)
·        Minimum GPA of at least 2.8 on a 4.0 scale
·        Strong communication and public speaking skills
·        Self-motivated and able to manage multiple tasks
·        Must be a US Citizen

Desired Skills:

·        Strong data analysis, scripting, or tool development skills using Python/MATLAB
·        A strong interest in military aircraft, flight testing, and/or electronic warfare
·        Familiarity with object-oriented programming (e.g., C++, C#) which support AFSIM's underlying architecture
·        Familiarity with 3D modeling, simulation, or game engine environments (e.g., Unity)
·        Knowledge of software development best practices and code versioning tools (e.g., Git)

Clearance: Ability to obtain/maintain a US government security clearance. 

Key Skills
Data AnalysisScriptingTool DevelopmentPythonMATLABMilitary AircraftFlight TestingElectronic WarfareObject-Oriented ProgrammingC++C#3D ModelingSimulationGame Engine EnvironmentsSoftware Development Best PracticesCode Versioning ToolsGit
Categories
EngineeringTechnology