2027 Hardware Electronics Engineer Intern – Rolling Meadows IL

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Overtime opportunities

Annual bonuses

Job summary

Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems internship program in Rolling Meadows, IL offers hands-on experience in researching, designing, and testing electronic systems. You will work full-time for at least 10 weeks during Summer 2027 and pursue an undergraduate or graduate degree in a related STEM field, with U.S.

citizenship required for government clearance. Opportunities include collaboration with engineers on circuitry components, sensors, transceivers, and FPGA-related work, with strong emphasis

Qualifications

• Student enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree and will be enrolled full-time in Fall 2027.
• Majoring in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, RF Engineering, Microwave Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a closely related STEM degree.
• Available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027.
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).

Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, and test a variety of electronic equipment, systems, and products such as circuitry components, sensors/antennas, transmitters/receivers, analog and digital computers.

Skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering (EE)

Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE)

STEM degree

Tools

MATLAB

FPGA

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. An internship at Northrop Grumman is unique. Sure, you’ll learn new skills, explore our enterprise, network with experts, connect with thought leaders, and finish with a resume that opens doors. But you’ll gain something even more valuable: pride in what you’ve done. Join us and launch your career. We’ll support you with training, professional development and networking opportunities, and our shared vision of global security.

Location

Rolling Meadows, IL

Roles and Responsibilities

• Research, design, develop, and test a variety of electronic equipment, systems, and products such as but not limited to circuitry components, sensors/antennas, transmitters/receivers, analog and digital computers.

Basic Qualifications

The candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

• A student who is enrolled full-time and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited college/university and will be enrolled full time in Fall 2027
• Majoring in Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, RF Engineering, Microwave Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a closely related STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) degree
• Available to work full-time (40 hours per week) for at least 10 weeks during summer 2027.
• Able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) undefined undefined

Preferred Qualifications

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher
• A current/active U.S. Government Secret clearance
• It will be helpful, though not required, for your course work to include: Analog, Digital Electronics, Power Electronics, RF, PCB (printed circuit boards), CCA (circuit card assembly), EMI/EMC testing (Electromagnetic interference/compatibility), HDL, Power Amplifier, PA, Transmitter, MATLAB, DVT, PCB, FPGA,DC/DC, AC/DC
• Demonstrated capability or experience in leading small to moderately sized teams during the product development process
• Demonstrated application of innovative solutions to complex problems that arise within the design, development, and production phases
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills including experience presenting at design reviews

Intern Pay Range

Intern Pay Range: Bachelor’s: $20.50 to $37.25 per hour Master’s: $29.00 to $45.50 per hour

At Northrop Grumman, our internship pay rates are standardized and take into account three main factors: the anticipated graduation date of the individual, the cost of labor of the geographic location, and whether the internship is considered technical or administrative.

Primary Level Salary Range

Primary Level Salary Range: $20.50 - $37.25

Benefits and Perks

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
• Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay
• Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results
• Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives

Equal Opportunity and EEO Statement

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.

Eligibility and Clearance

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Application Period

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date.

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Company Vision

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.