Co-Op Student - Human Factors Engineering

General Dynamics Land Systems
401(k)
United States, Michigan, Sterling Heights
38500 Mound Road (Show on map)
Oct 17, 2025
About the Role General Dynamics Land Systems Co-op Program is hiring for rotations starting in fall of 2024 and winter of 2025. The engineering co-op will perform various responsibilities depending on the organization in which they are placed. This role will begin in the Integrated Systems: Human Factor Engineering. Other primary functional areas for rotation this rotation, but are not limited to the following: Systems Engineering System Safety Engineering Human Factors Engineering Company Information General Dynamics is a successful Fortune 100, global aerospace and defense company, with over 90,000 employees world-wide. General Dynamics Land Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics, has a strong foundation of delivering core engineering and manufacturing capabilities to our clients for military vehicles. Our team is focused on continuous process and productivity improvements that reduce product costs, while increasing troop safety and effectiveness. Land Systems continues to work with the US Armed Forces and its Allies to ensure these vehicles remain survivable, relevant, flexible, affordable and capable of addressing a dynamic threat environment. What We Offer Whether you are starting your career or an experienced professional, we offer a Total Rewards package that is impactful and built for you. Healthcare including medical, dental, vision. Competitive base pay. 401k Match (6%). 9-80 Work Schedule (This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off). Onsite Cafeteria, remodeled with new equipment Fitness Center, and Outdoor fitness track. Responsibilities to Anticipate for this Rotation: Write requirements and perform verification/testing to cover human factors engineering. Learn human factors engineering practices and methods. May have opportunity to create a human model using Jack software. Qualifications Sought Pursuing a bachelor's degree majoring in either Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or Human Factors Engineering, Must currently be a full-time student at accredited University/College Must be at least 18 years old. Preferred - GPA of 3.0 or higher Must successfully pass standard pre-employment screens and must provide an official university transcript before their first day of employment. Additional Information / Desired Experience *This position may require eligibility to obtain a US security clearance. (Non-US Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance).* Must demonstrate good written and oral communication skills. Ability to work independently and in a team environment.