Pacific Defense Intern - Cedar Rapids
About The Position
This internship is based in Pacific Defense’s Cedar Rapids office and focuses on the development of Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) equipment for CMOSS- and SOSA-aligned systems. The intern will support engineering teams through research, testing, analysis, data collection, simulation, performance evaluation, documentation, lab testing, troubleshooting, and prototype development. The role offers hands-on exposure to advanced PNT systems and real-world engineering challenges in a mission-focused environment, with collaboration across software, hardware, systems, and integration teams. Pacific Defense develops military-use electromagnetic spectrum technologies and solutions for the Department of Defense. Its focus areas include autonomous systems, command and control, communications, cyber operations, intelligence collection, and electronic warfare. The company emphasizes modular open standards, rapid prototyping, and CMOSS- and SOSA-aligned hardware and software solutions.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Interest in GPS/GNSS, inertial navigation, RF systems, sensors, signal processing, or embedded systems.
- Basic programming experience in Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a technical team environment.
Nice To Haves
- Coursework or project experience related to navigation, controls, robotics, aerospace systems, or defense technologies.
- Experience with lab equipment, data analysis, simulations, or hardware/software integration.
Responsibilities
- Support engineering teams with research, testing, and analysis related to PNT technologies.
- Assist with data collection, simulation, and performance evaluation of navigation systems.
- Help document test results, technical findings, and system behavior.
- Collaborate with engineers across software, hardware, systems, and integration teams.
- Support lab testing, troubleshooting, and prototype development as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries.
- Immediately vested 401K match.
- Paid time off.
- Federal holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
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