2027 Manufacturing Test Engineering Intern

Mercury-Systems; Hudson (NH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance (medical)

Stock purchase plan

Employee development platforms (Linked

Job summary

Mercury Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineering Intern for Hudson, NH, May–Aug 2027. On-site role supporting test procedures, fixture design, and data-driven process improvements in high-speed processing module manufacturing.

You will work with production teams to troubleshoot, optimize test yields, and contribute to NPI test transitions, with a focus on learning and practical impact in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Familiarity with Python for test automation and modern scripting.
• Exposure to electronic test equipment and test fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Support the development, debug, and validation of automated test procedures for high-speed Processing Modules on the production floor
• Assist in troubleshooting test failures and collaborate with engineering to drive root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Contribute to manufacturing process improvement initiatives to increase test yield, throughput, and efficiency
• Help design, build, and qualify test fixtures and equipment used in production test stations
• Analyze test data to identify trends and opportunities for process optimization
• Create and maintain test documentation, work instructions, and SOPs
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Design Engineering to resolve production issues in real time
• Support NPI activities by transitioning test processes from engineering to production
• Perform calibration checks and routine maintenance/inventory of test equipment
• Provide general engineering support to test engineers and production technicians

Skills

Python scripting

Test automation

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in EE/CE/manufacturing

Tools

Python

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Power supplies

Logic analyzers

Linux

GIT/Bitbucket

AI tools

Job description

2027 Manufacturing Test Engineering Intern

#26-597

Hudson, New Hampshire, United States

Position Location

Hudson , New Hampshire , United States

Location Classification

On-Site

Job Description

Onsite: Hudson, NH

From May - August 2027

No relocation assistance or housing provided

Mercury Systems is seeking a motivated and innovative Manufacturing Test Engineering Intern eager to learn, contribute, and bring fresh ideas to our high-speed Processing Module manufacturing operations. In this hands‑on role, you'll support test engineering activities within a fast‑paced manufacturing environment, working directly with production teams to improve test processes, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to the development of next‑generation manufacturing test solutions for mission‑critical electronic systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Support the development, debug, and validation of automated test procedures for high-speed Processing Modules on the production floor
• Assist in troubleshooting test failures and collaborate with engineering to drive root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Contribute to manufacturing process improvement initiatives aimed at increasing test yield, throughput, and efficiency
• Help design, build, and qualify test fixtures and equipment used in production test stations
• Analyze test data to identify trends, recurring failures, and opportunities for process optimization
• Create and maintain test documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, and Design Engineering teams to resolve production issues in real time
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities by helping transition test processes from engineering to production
• Perform calibration checks and routine maintenance/inventory of manufacturing test equipment
• Provide general engineering support to test engineers and production technicians as needed

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related technical discipline
• A minimum GPA of 3.1 is required. You will be asked to submit your transcripts during the review process
• Familiarity with a modern scripting language, such as Python, for test automation
• Basic understanding of electronic test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, logic analyzers)
• Exposure to digital and analog circuit fundamentals
• Familiarity with Linux development environments and tools
• Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as GIT/BitBucket for version control
• Familiarity with AI tools to support engineering productivity and problem solving

"This position requires you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government."

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing engineering internship or co‑op experience

Full time Equivalent Job Grade Salary Range for this position: $17.00 - 38.00/hour

Additional Information

Mercury considers a variety of factors to determine individual base salary offers to candidates, including:

• the role and related responsibilities;
• education, training, skills and certifications;
• internal equity with others employed by Mercury in similar roles;
• geographic location; and
• alignment with market data.

In addition to base salary, Mercury provides a variety of benefits for team members including:

• bonus opportunities (or special incentives for sales positions);
• health, life and disability insurance;
• company‑paid holidays and time off;
• discounted employee stock purchase plan;
• tuition reimbursement; and
• access to professional development and personal wellness platforms including LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv and Virgin Pulse.

Team members at the Director or Vice President level are also eligible to receive annual stock‑based awards.

Mercury offers a 9/80 alternative work schedule that provides employees more opportunity for work/ life balance (available based off location)

Why Mercury?

Why should you join Mercury Systems?

Mercury Systems is a technology company that makes the world a safer, more secure place. We push processing power to the tactical edge, making the latest commercial technologies profoundly more accessible for today's most challenging aerospace and defense missions. From silicon to system scale, Mercury enables customers to accelerate innovation and turn data into decision superiority. Headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, Mercury employs more than 2,300 people in 24 locations worldwide. To learn more, visit mrcy.com

Our Culture

We are committed to making Mercury a great place to work, no matter where our employees are located. We offer a casual and enjoyable atmosphere that allows employees to learn and grow. We help and care for one another and work as one to achieve results for us and for our customers. We value communication and transparency, and strive to foster two‑way dialogue at all levels of the organization. We are committed to lifelong learning, offering comprehensive skills training and tuition reimbursement. Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or you are an experienced professional, it's important to us that you feel recognized and rewarded for your contributions.

Mercury Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, creed, citizenship, disability, protected veteran or marital status.

As an equal opportunity employer, Mercury Systems is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans' Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact the number below for assistance.

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