Spring and Summer Electrical Engineering Intern IV (Hybrid)

Posted 22 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
Hybrid
55K-74K Annually
Internship
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
Where purpose connects.
The Role
Support the EMI engineering team with electrical design, EMI/EMC setup, calibration, testing, and failure analysis. Create schematics, PCBs, and circuit card assemblies; develop and review test procedures and reports; and collaborate with experienced engineers through BAE Systems’ LEAP internship program.
Summary Generated by Built In
Job Description
Join us at our Cedar Rapids, Iowa location. The Navigation and Sensor Systems organization is a growing business area developing the next generation of advanced military navigation systems. If you have an Electrical Engineering background, then this is the place to be. Pilots may fly aircraft, but our navigation systems create the route and keep those pilots on course. What are you waiting for! Come be part of the immediate solution in Cedar Rapids and "plant your flag".
Our employees across the nation work on the world's most advanced electronics - from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we're innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first - exemplified by our mission: "We Protect Those Who Protect Us®." BAE Systems continues to build on a strong history of providing navigation equipment to meet the evolving needs of commercial and military users. Our navigation solutions provided enhanced situational awareness and pinpoint accuracy for airborne and surface missions worldwide. Leading the way in GPS systems, our array of products cover airborne, precision-guided munitions, ground handheld receivers and embedded applications. Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
The Role:
  • You will work closely with the EMI engineering team to support EMI/EMC design and test activities.
  • You will create electrical design artifacts including schematics, printed circuit boards (PCB), and circuit card assemblies
  • You will perform EMI setup, calibration, and test activities
  • You will assist in root cause and failure analysis efforts
  • You will generate and review test procedures and reports.

In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Who You Are:
  • You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • You possess good organizational skills
  • You have the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments

Required Education, Experience, & Skills:
  • Must have completed your Senior year of a four year degree program in a Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Experience with schematic generation
  • Experience with basic test equipment like power supplies and digital multimeters
  • US Citizen
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills:
  • Completed your Senior year for a Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering or currently enrolled in a graduate program.
  • High motivation to solve problems and continuously improve existing products
  • Ability to work with a diverse team
  • Knowledgeable in Electromagnetic Field principles
  • Familiar with schematic capture software
  • Experience with oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, RF amplifiers, and RF Filters.

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $54631 - $73752
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 Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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

  • Must have completed the senior year of a four-year Bachelor of Science degree program in Electrical Engineering or a related field
  • Experience with schematic generation
  • Experience with basic test equipment, including power supplies and digital multimeters
  • US citizenship
  • Ability to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Good organizational skills
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments
  • Currently enrolled in a graduate program
  • High motivation to solve problems and continuously improve existing products
  • Ability to work with a diverse team
  • Knowledge of electromagnetic field principles
  • Familiarity with schematic capture software
  • Experience with oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, RF amplifiers, and RF filters

What the Team is Saying

BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage is presented as comprehensive, paired with an EAP, fertility and transgender care options, and HSA‑compatible plans that can include employer contributions with coverage starting on day one in some cases. These resources are reinforced by wellness tools and immediate eligibility noted on official benefits materials.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) savings plan is broadly available, with employer matching and other contributions that vary by business unit, and some U.S. employee groups retain pension arrangements. Company‑paid basic life insurance equal to 2x base salary (up to $1M) further strengthens financial security.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave (e.g., 160 hours for full‑time employees) sits alongside adoption and surrogacy reimbursement and Bright Horizons backup child and elder care. These benefits help reduce care gaps and complement PTO and applicable state programs.

BAE Systems, Inc. Insights

Am I A Good Fit?
beta
Get Personalized Job Insights.
Our AI-powered fit analysis compares your resume with a job listing so you know if your skills & experience align.

The Company
HQ: Falls Church, VA
40,000 Employees
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.

Gallery

Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery
Gallery

BAE Systems, Inc. Teams

Team
Space & Mission Systems
Team
Electronic Systems
Team
Intelligence & Security
Team
Platforms & Services
About our Teams

BAE Systems, Inc. Offices

Hybrid Workspace

Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

As the work place continues to evolve, so do we. Remote and hybrid opportunities are available at BAE Systems depending on the nature of the role. Check your job requisition to learn more.

Typical time on-site: Not Specified
Company Office Image
HQBAE Systems, Inc. headquarters
Annapolis Junction, MD
Company Office Image
Austin, TX
Boulder, CO
Company Office Image
Space & Mission Systems headquarters
Burlington, MA
Cedar Rapids, IA
Dallas, TX
Endicott, NY
Fort Wayne, IN
Greenlawn, NY
Huntsville, AL
Jacksonville, FL
Los Angeles, CA
Maple Grove, MN
Intelligence & Security headquarters
Company Office Image
Electronic Systems headquarters
Redmond, WA
San Diego, CA
San Jose, CA
Company Office Image
Sterling Heights, MI
Washington, DC
Wayne, NJ
Learn more

Similar Jobs

BAE Systems, Inc. Logo BAE Systems, Inc.

Engineering Manager

Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
Hybrid
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
40000 Employees
121K-205K Annually

BAE Systems, Inc. Logo BAE Systems, Inc.

Test Engineer

Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
Hybrid
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
40000 Employees
121K-205K Annually

BAE Systems, Inc. Logo BAE Systems, Inc.

Electrical Engineers (All levels)

Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
Hybrid
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
40000 Employees
88K-150K Annually

BAE Systems, Inc. Logo BAE Systems, Inc.

Test Engineering - Principal Software Engineers (All levels)

Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
Hybrid
Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
40000 Employees
107K-183K Annually

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account