Digital Hardware Engineering Intern

VIAVI Solutions • Lenexa, KS

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About The Position

VIAVI Solutions is seeking a Hardware Development Engineering Intern to join its team in Lenexa. The intern will work alongside experienced engineers on next-generation avionics test equipment and radio test equipment, gaining hands-on experience throughout the hardware design cycle, from component selection and schematic capture through board bring-up, testing, and documentation. The role supports development of digital hardware systems involving embedded processors, CPLDs, FPGAs, audio, switching power supplies, ADCs, DACs, and peripheral products, including designs with high-speed interfaces.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a BSEE, computer engineering, or related degree; junior, senior, or graduate students preferred.
• Foundational knowledge of digital and analog circuit design.
• Basic experience with lab equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes, gained through coursework, labs, or personal projects.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status (U.S. Person status per ITAR regulations).

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to ECAD or EDA tools such as Altium, Cadence, or Mentor Graphics.
• Coursework or project experience with FPGAs, microcontrollers, or embedded systems.
• Familiarity with high-speed interfaces such as DDR, PCIe, or USB, or with power supply design.
• Interest in avionics, communications, or test equipment design.
• Prior lab, co-op, or hands-on project experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and development of digital hardware systems.
• Learn about designs using high-speed interfaces such as DDR3/4, PCIe, USB, and SerDes.
• Assist with schematic capture and PCB design using ECAD tools.
• Use general test equipment to test and debug circuits.
• Help design test boards and fixtures for board bring-up and PCBA testing.
• Research components and help select parts that meet design requirements.
• Test designed circuits and document the results.
• Help investigate technical issues, identify root causes, and suggest corrective actions.
• Contribute to design documentation, including schematics, theory of operation, and troubleshooting guides.
• Attend design reviews and share observations and ideas for improvement.
• Work with a mentor to set goals and complete a project within the internship timeline.

Benefits

• Mentorship from senior hardware engineers.
• Real-world experience on products used in avionics and radio testing.
• Exposure to the complete product development lifecycle.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern