Leidos is looking for an engineering intern to work with us in developing system software and hardware for our aviation security business. Working as a member of our multidisciplinary engineering team, our ideal candidates would follow a formal process of delivering software and hardware against requirements and schedules. In this role you will perform meaningful work from day one. We will challenge you to take on high-impact projects, expand your technical skills and exceed your own expectations. We expect interns to perform to the same level of excellence as our full-time employees—which is why we often hire them back!

Primary Responsibilities

Interns and Coops within ( Security Enterprise Solutions) SES Engineering will support the development, production, and testing of current and future system designs. Your scope of work will be a combination of mechanical, electrical, design, and software projects depending on team requirements, challenging you to come up with creative solutions to affect rigorous quality and performance targets. 

Example of project tasks:

• Develop engineering test setups

• Participate in code / design reviews

• Develop sub-system software modules / hardware components

• Hands-on testing of security systems

Basic Qualifications

• Currently working towards a BS, MS, or advanced degree in a relevant engineering program such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering,  Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

• Candidates must be enrolled in a degree program or equivalent experience and less than 2 years prior relevant experience.

• Your GPA needs to be included on your application and resume.

• US Citizenship Requirements.

• Candidate must be able to obtain an Secret clearance from the customer.

• Proficiency in one or more of the following developer skills: Python,  Java, C/C++, SQL or other common industry languages

• Experience with frontend development is a plus: JavaScript, Angular, React, CSS 

• Familiarity with database concepts such as MySQL, MS SQL, Oracle 

• Excellent grasp of fundamental computer science concepts and ability to write well-organized code 

• Proficiency in designing parts and assemblies using 3D modeling software (SolidWorks preferred)  

• Experience drafting engineering drawings and conducting tolerance stack-up analysis (GD&T bonus)  

• Experience with analog and digital circuit design and PCBs

• Experience with PCB component selection 

• Experience in MATLAB, Python, C/C++ or equivalent tools for modeling and analysis

• Experience on using test and measurement equipment like oscilloscopes, signal generators, VNA, etc.

• Eagerness to collaborate cross-functionally with other engineering teams while able to work independently; detail-oriented and execution focused

• Genuine curiosity and willingness to understand how our products are designed, built and how they operate

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment 

• Exceptional organization and communication skills (both written and verbal)

Original Posting Date:

2024-10-12

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $44,850.00 - $81,075.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.