Summer 2027 Systems Engineering Intern

Job ID: 115867

The Leonardo DRS Airborne and Intelligence Systems business is a global leader and strategic partner committed to delivering world-class, full life-cycle defense and intelligence products that protect the security of our nation and our allies. From air combat training to state-of-the-art electronic warfare systems, our technology is deployed by virtually all U.S. military and government agencies around the world.

Job Summary

As a System Engineer Intern, you will play a key role in supporting the design, analysis, integration, and validation of cutting-edge RF systems. You will collaborate with engineers and program leadership to ensure high-performance, scalable, and mission-tailored solutions. This internship is a multi-disciplinary experience ranging from system architectures, electrical design, hardware testing, mechanical concepts, and others.

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with and assist engineers in the conduct of various engineering assignments

• Carry out basic work instructions that will help in understanding the fundamentals of the Company and also learn new things

• Conduct limited scope testing under the supervision of engineers

• Complete assigned tasks on time

• Gather and assemble data for engineers

• May be required to help in research in a particular field

• Conduct design analysis and/or calculations under the supervision of engineers

• Assist engineers with appropriate design details

• Must have good interpersonal skills and have the ability to build a good network

• Perform a wide variety of tasks to gain familiarity with the engineering staff, methods, programs and practices

• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

• Other duties as assigned

Job Responsibilities Part II

• Support engineers with the analysis, design, development, and implementation of new and/or existing systems/sub-systems.

• Design, develop, analyze, document, and support testing of RF circuitry and systems.

• Conduct hands-on testing efforts in a laboratory setting using various equipment including signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and vector network analyzers under the supervision of engineers.

• Perform computer-aided simulations and analysis to verify feasibility of designs and predict RF performance.

• Provide cost, power, and performance summaries to support creation of new RF products.

• Create technical documentation to present to senior engineers and management.

• Complete assigned task on time.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED

• Engineering student; some progress towards engineering degree

• Must have good interpersonal skills and have the ability to build a good network

• Must be diligent, hardworking, and quick to learn

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 4/10 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.#AIS