Senior Technical Intern - Firmware

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    Leonardo DRS

    Our agility enables our customers to shape the battlespace to their advantage through our forward-thinking technologies

    5,001-10,000 employeesFounded 1969Arlington, VADefense and Space Manufacturing
    Actively hiringPaidrollingDefense and Space Manufacturing
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    About the role#

    This is a full-time, paid internship for students pursuing degrees in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science. You will work on-site at our San Diego facility, gaining hands-on experience with engineering methods and practices. You will be mentored by experienced engineers and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team.

    What you'll do#

    • Assist engineers with daily assignments, design analysis, and calculations.
    • Work with microcontrollers and FPGA platforms.
    • Develop PC-based software applications to communicate with firmware development platforms.
    • Conduct limited scope testing on both PC and embedded platforms.
    • Gather and assemble data for engineering projects.
    • Help with research in specific fields and assist with design details.
    • Complete tasks on time while learning about company programs and practices.
    • Support the mission and culture of the organization.

    What you'll need#

    • High school diploma or GED.
    • Current enrollment in a Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science degree program.
    • Progress toward your engineering degree.
    • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build a professional network.
    • A diligent, hardworking approach and a willingness to learn quickly.

    Location & details#

    • Location: San Diego, California.
    • Modality: On-site.
    • Employment type: Full-time internship.

    About Leonardo DRS

    Leonardo DRS is a defense and space manufacturing company headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. Founded in 1969, the firm provides technology for national security customers and allies. It specializes in advanced sensing, network computing, force protection, and electric power systems. The company employs over 6,500 people.

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