Electrical Engineering Internship Summer 2027

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Wayne, NJ, USA
Hybrid
50K-68K Annually
Internship
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The Role
Electrical engineering interns support hardware design, development, integration, testing, prototype fabrication, manufacturing transitions, and corrective actions for complex electronic and mechanical systems. Responsibilities include analyzing data, documenting and presenting results, improving test fixtures and manufacturing processes, reducing defects, and supporting production teams. Candidates must pursue an electrical engineering degree, qualify for a Department of Defense security clearance, relocate to Northern New Jersey, and work a full-time summer schedule.
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The Electronic Systems' Hardware Engineering Department is seeking candidates for electrical engineering summer internships supporting all aspects of the engineering development and manufacturing lifecycle. At BAE Systems, we deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services.
Opportunities exist supporting a variety of efforts in engineering development, integration, test and transition to production efforts on complex electronic and mechanical systems.
Roles and Responsibilities may include:
  • Provide engineering support to the design, development, and selection of basic hardware components utilizing fundamental electrical engineering principles, theories and techniques.
  • Obtain working knowledge of company tools. Perform analyses and compile data for investigation by senior engineering personnel.
  • Support the fabrication and testing of prototype or deliverable hardware. Document and present results.
  • Support assemblers, technicians and inspectors for manufacturing issues on new and existing products.
  • Develop or improve test fixtures, tooling, manufacturing processes, and other procedures for new and existing product builds to reduce defects and improve yields.
  • Participate in and document corrective action requests using 9 Step problem solving methodology.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as required.
  • Internships at BAE Systems feature additional opportunities including:
  • Networking with BAE Systems employees and interns.
  • Informational sessions on a variety of topics exclusively for interns.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Pursuing a BS Degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent) - No Computer Science
  • Eligible for DOD Security Clearance.
  • MUST be able to relocate to Northern NJ area
  • MUST have reliable transportation to and from assigned work site
  • MUST be able to work full 40-hourwork week(Exceptions made for academics with advanced notice)
  • NOTE: BAE Systems has multiple campuses within driving distance in the Northern NJ Region. You may be assigned to a different regional location in your final staffing placement

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner.
  • Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience in VHDL, Verilog, System Verilog, Cadence, HFSS, MATLAB, or LabVIEW are a plus.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $50182 - $67733
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems' game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what is possible, giving our customers the edge and our employees opportunities to change the world. Our products and capabilities can be found everywhere - from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space. At our core are more than 14,000 highly talented Electronic Systems employees with the brightest minds in the industry, we make an impact - for our customers and the communities we serve.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Skills Required

  • Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; Computer Science degrees are not accepted.
  • Eligible for a Department of Defense security clearance.
  • Able to relocate to the Northern New Jersey area.
  • Reliable transportation to and from the assigned work site.
  • Able to work a full 40-hour work week, with exceptions for academics with advance notice.
  • Ability to complete discrete tasks in a timely manner.
  • Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience with VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog, Cadence, HFSS, MATLAB, or LabVIEW.

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HQ: Falls Church, VA
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Year Founded: 1999

What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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