Electrical Engineer Intern

Virginia Commercial Space•Norfolk, VA

2d•$0 - $22•Hybrid

About The Position

Virginia Spaceport Authority Internship Program gives students the chance to apply their education to real-world challenges through meaningful, hands-on projects. Top candidates are well-rounded students from a variety of backgrounds who demonstrate inquisitiveness, team-orientation, excellence, and resilience. At the time you apply for this announcement, you must be a degree seeking student who is enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited educational institution on at least a half-time basis.

Requirements

Must be a degree seeking student who is enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited educational institution on at least a half-time basis.
Valid driver's license is necessary when operating a vehicle while on agency business.
Comprehensive understanding of electrical engineering basics and a strong willingness to learn complex electrical power and controls systems.
Familiar with basics of system design, construction, activation, and operation.
Electrical diagram design via AutoCAD or comparable software.
Electrical power system calculations experience.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Organization and attention to detail.
Proficient with Microsoft Office or related programs.
Time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Demonstrates high professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.
Must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for issuance of a NASA credential.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Nice To Haves

Rising Senior Preferred
Hands-on experience with electrical circuit builds from either hobbies or educational labs is preferred.
SharePoint experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists in designs and system reviews to verify systems are designed in accordance with national codes and standards, as well as verifying the system performance is optimal for requested need.
Assists in requirements development with customers to verify requests are within available system operating parameters with proper margins.
Works with Operations and Maintenance Team to perform system activation, initial data analysis, system fine tuning, and assist in root cause analysis for non-conformances.
Develops and review analysis to verify system design is adequate and proper for operating conditions and customer requirements.
Develops and review drawing packages to verify system design is adequate and proper for operating conditions.
Assists in task requirement development and task plans that include budget/cost estimates, schedule, and performance criteria, while maintaining compliance with all Management, Quality, and Safety Policies.
Develops engineering documentation, technical calculations, and design review packages.
Participates in field inspections and reviews to assess conformance with design and operational requirements.
Independently think and develop solutions for issues associated with engineered systems.
Other duties as assigned.