Test Solutions Intern, Summer 2026

Job Description
BAE Systems' Electronic Systems (ES) sector is seeking candidates for a full-time summer 2026 internship, to join our ES Defense Test Solutions organization in the SW Engineering discipline. We have intern positions for talented, up and coming electrical/computer or computer science engineers who want to work at a progressive company where technical excellence is highly valued.
The Test Solutions organization's mission is to deliver customer-focused, affordable test solutions, which are integrated, across all levels of test. As a Test Engineering Intern in Electronic Systems, you will develop your engineering skills while helping us protect the brave men and women in our armed forces, intelligence communities, and first responders. Electronic Systems (ES) develops advanced electronic solutions that are fielded on everything from Electronic Warfare (EW) mission systems to state of the art imaging, targeting, guidance, and survivability solutions to assist and protect the warfighter. Our products must work the first time and every time because people's lives depend on it.
Test Engineering interns work side-by-side with experienced developers and senior engineering staff. This internship will be at BAE Systems in southern New Hampshire including Nashua, Hudson, and/or Merrimack locations. The internship is a paid internship and has a flexible 9/80 work schedule that includes every other Friday off.
Join BAE and help us in our mission as "We protect those who protect us."
Some of the responsibilities of a Test Engineering Intern II may include:

• Support senior engineering personnel in the design, development and selection of basic hardware components utilizing fundamental electrical and mechanical engineering principles, theories and techniques.
• Support senior engineering personnel in the design and development of test software.
• Develop and revise technical drawing packages based on examples and company standards.
• Perform technical assignments of an investigatory, design, or test nature requiring limited analysis and evaluation, selection and application of basic engineering principles, theories and techniques.
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting, resolution, and implementation of change requests to update the test software/hardware that are critical to keep our production lines moving.
• Prepare charts, diagrams, and reports expressing technical progress and accomplishments measured against specific plans.
• Support of products ranging from component level to systems level analog, digital, optical, and RF units.
• Hands-on support and use of test instrumentation, including, Network Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Signal Generators, DC/AC Power Supplies, Waveform Generators, Digital Multimeters, etc.)

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.
• Professional development classes and an opportunity to participate in collaborative group projects that are presented to executive leadership.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Pursing a B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science Engineering, or a related STEM field.
• Must have completed the equivalent of Sophomore year by summer of 2026.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Ability to research and apply engineering principles and theories to solve problems.
• Motivated self-starter with leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Excellent problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability.
• Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
• General familiarization with operating test instrumentation/lab equipment

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $44660 - $62088
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 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.