Electrical Engineering Internship Summer 2027

BAE Systems • Wayne, NJ

5d • $50,182 - $67,733

About The Position

The Electronic Systems Hardware Engineering Department is seeking electrical engineering interns for summer 2027 to support the engineering development and manufacturing lifecycle. Interns may support engineering development, integration, testing, and transition to production for complex electronic and mechanical systems. The work includes supporting hardware design and component selection, analysis, prototype and deliverable hardware fabrication and testing, manufacturing support, and improvements to test fixtures, tooling, processes, and procedures.

Interns may also participate in corrective action requests using the 9 Step problem-solving methodology. The internship offers networking with BAE Systems employees and other interns, as well as informational sessions on a variety of topics.

Requirements

• Pursuing a BS degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; Computer Science does not qualify.
• 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; exceptions may be made for academics with advance notice.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to complete discrete tasks in a timely manner.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with VHDL, Verilog, System Verilog, Cadence, HFSS, MATLAB, or LabVIEW.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, and selection of basic hardware components using fundamental electrical engineering principles, theories, and techniques.
• Learn company tools and perform analyses and compile data for investigation by senior engineering personnel.
• Support fabrication and testing of prototype or deliverable hardware, and document and present results.
• Support assemblers, technicians, and inspectors with manufacturing issues on new and existing products.
• Develop or improve test fixtures, tooling, manufacturing processes, and procedures for new and existing product builds to reduce defects and improve yields.
• Participate in and document corrective action requests using the 9 Step problem-solving methodology.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Temporary employees generally may elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan.
• Temporary employees working 20 or more hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
• Networking opportunities with BAE Systems employees and interns.
• Informational sessions on a variety of topics exclusively for interns.

What This Job Offers

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