Electrical Engineer Intern

Virginia Commercial Space; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Spaceport Authority invites an Electrical Engineer Intern to support design and analysis of systems at MARS facilities, based in Wallops Island, VA. The role emphasizes applying coursework to real-world challenges under guidance.

The intern will assist with design reviews, requirements development, data analysis, and documentation while complying with codes, safety, and quality policies. A rising senior in electrical engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field in progress.
• Strong fundamentals in electrical circuits, power, and controls.
• Demonstrated ability to apply engineering concepts in projects or labs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designs and system reviews to verify compliance with codes and performance.
• Assist in requirements development with customers to verify feasible requests.
• Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance on system activation and data analysis.
• Develop and review engineering documentation, calculations, and design packages.
• Participate in field inspections to verify conformance with design and requirements.
• Independently develop solutions for issues in engineered systems.
• Maintain alignment with management, quality, and safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical diagram design

Electrical power systems

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Currently enrolled as degree-seeking student (half-time+)

Tools

AutoCAD or equivalent design software

Job description

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Electrical Engineer Intern

Intern Wallops Island, VA, US

Virginia Spaceport Authority Internship Programgives students the chance to apply their education to real-world challenges through meaningful, hands‑on projects. Top candidates are well‑rounded students from a variety of backgrounds who demonstrate inquisitiveness, team‑orientation, excellence, and resilience. At the time you apply for this announcement, you must be a degree seeking student who is enrolled or accepted for enrollment in an accredited educational institution on at least a half‑time basis.

SUMMARY

General Description: This position supports the overall technical direction and design of systems at all MARS facilities.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assists in designs and system reviews to verify systems are designed in accordance with national codes and standards, as well as verifying the system performance is optimal for requested need.
• Assists in requirements development with customers to verify requests are within available system operating parameters with proper margins.
• Works with Operations and Maintenance Team to perform system activation, initial data analysis, system fine tuning, and assist in root cause analysis for non‑conformances.
• Develops and review analysis to verify system design is adequate and proper for operating conditions and customer requirements.
• Develops and review drawing packages to verify system design is adequate and proper for operating conditions.
• Assists in task requirement development and task plans that include budget/cost estimates, schedule, and performance criteria, while maintaining compliance with all Management, Quality, and Safety Policies.
• Develops engineering documentation, technical calculations, and design review packages.
• Participates in field inspections and reviews to assess conformance with design and operational requirements.
• Independently think and develop solutions for issues associated with engineered systems.
• Other duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS

General Education

College: Bachelor's Degree (Rising Senior Preferred)

Major: Electrical Engineering

Job-Related Experience: N/A

Certifications: N/A

Licenses, etc.: Valid driver's license is necessary while operating a vehicle while on agency business. Must be able to transport themselves to MARS and its facilities (located on Virginia’s Eastern Shore near Wallops Island, VA).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of electrical engineering basics and a strong willingness to learn complex electrical power and controls systems. Familiar with basics of system design, construction, activation, and operation. Hands‑on experience with electrical circuit builds from either hobbies or educational labs is preferred.

Skills:

• Electrical diagram design via AutoCAD or comparable software.
• Electrical power system calculations experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or related programs.

Abilities:

• Time management with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates high professionalism in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues.

Physical Demands: Work is light requiring lifting of computer equipment and involves typical office behaviors. Some travel is required to other counties.

Work Environment: Work is performed in a typical office setting and may involve site walkdowns for equipment inspection around gravel, stairs, and ladders if able but not required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain eligibility for issuance of a NASA credential.

Must be able to pass a pre‑employment background check and drug test.