RF Engineering Intern (Comms)

Thales Defense & Security, Inc.•GERMANTOWN, MD

2d•$34 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI) is seeking an intern for its Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering department for an 8-week period during the summer of 2027. This entry-level position will provide exposure to the electrical engineering field with a focus on radio frequency design. The role is based in the Clarksburg, MD office and reports to the Manager of the RF Engineering department. TDSI, headquartered in Clarksburg, MD, has a 60+ year history of serving domestic and international defense sectors, employing over 1,000 individuals across four subsidiaries. The company specializes in communication, visualization, signal intelligence/electronic warfare, and sensor/sonar capabilities, with key technologies including tactical handheld radios, satellite terminals, helmet-mounted displays, advanced radars, and undersea sensing systems. The work at TDSI is critical, as lives depend on their products.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship required. - Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Must be enrolled in an accredited university of college and have completed at least 2 semesters within Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering or Computer Science fields.
Strong interest and performance in undergraduate Electromagnetics is desired, including the study of static and time-varying electric and magnetic fields. Completion of a basic analog electronics course is also desirable.
Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Strong verbal and written communication skills. Fluent in English.
Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values.

Nice To Haves

Introduction to RF simulation tools like Microwave Office, ADS and Genesys.

Responsibilities

Working directly with a mentor in the RF Electrical Hardware design field, perform technical assignments with a basic degree of complexity.
Provide technical support to engineers and scientific staff in design and development RF projects to find solutions to real world problems.
Under close supervision, participate in RF Hardware designs in assigned area.
Utilize standard software packages common in the Electrical Hardware Design discipline to complete basic tasks, including an introduction to RF simulation tools like Microwave Office, ADS and Genesys.
Gather and analyze data or information in support of engineering research.
Document and communicate results of technical data generated.
Share technical information and promote open dialogue.
Attend relevant seminars, facility tours, and interact with other students.
Flexibility to take on related tasks as required.