Electrical Engineering Intern

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the design, prototyping, and testing of electrical systems for satellites, including power distribution, communication, and sensor interfaces.
• Developing, debugging, and troubleshooting embedded software for satellite subsystems (e.g., microcontrollers, FPGAs, or SoCs).
• Performing hardware design, assembly, integration, and validation using tools such as oscilloscopes, soldering stations, or spectrum analyzers.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize hardware and firmware performance for mission‑critical applications.
• Supporting environmental testing processes (e.g., thermal vacuum testing, vibration testing) for flight readiness.
• Documenting designs, processes, and test results to ensure traceability and compliance with aerospace standards.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
• Fundamental understanding of analog and digital circuits
• Basic knowledge of embedded systems and microcontrollers
• Proficiency with laboratory equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

• Experience with PCB design software (Altium, Eagle, KiCad)
• Familiarity with programming languages such as C/C++, Python
• Knowledge of communication protocols (I2C, SPI, CAN, UART)
• Previous experience with FPGA design or embedded Linux
• Interest in space systems and small satellite technology
• Experience with version control systems (Git)

We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.