About the role#
This is an unpaid internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program, specifically designed for transitioning active-duty U.S. military personnel within their final 180 days of service. You will train as a Radio Frequency and Data Link Engineer within the Air Force Special Operations Command Technology Integration Support Cooperative. The program focuses on providing hands-on experience in RF and datalink system integration, testing, and support to prepare you for potential future roles in defense contracting.
What you'll do#
- Train on projects alongside a mentor and senior company leadership.
- Participate in cross-functional coordination and system integration processes.
- Support field operations, including equipment surveys, setup, operation, and breakdown.
- Lead an integration project that connects multiple mission nodes.
- Produce actionable technical reports with recommendations for system improvements.
What you'll need#
- Active-duty military status within your final 180 days of service.
- U.S. citizenship and a current DoD Secret security clearance, with eligibility for a TS/SCI upgrade.
- Prior military experience in communications, electronic warfare, or signals intelligence, or equivalent experience in defense contracting with a focus on C4ISR systems.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- A self-motivated approach to work with minimal direction.
Location & details#
- Location: Hurlburt Field, Florida.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
About HII Technical Solutions, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries
HII Technical Solutions operates as a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries. The company provides integrated mission solutions, fleet support, and cyber services. It also works in nuclear, environmental, oil, and gas sectors. The firm maintains its headquarters in Newport News, Virginia. It functions as a public company with a workforce between 5,001 and 10,000 employees.
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