Electrical Engineer Intern - Stem Fair

Red Cat Holdings; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 99,000 - 132,000; Part time

Job summary

Red Cat Holdings in Salt Lake City seeks an Electrical Engineer Intern to contribute to next-generation drone platforms. You will work on RF front ends, power systems, and embedded firmware, gaining hands-on experience across the electrical stack with mentorship.

The role targets BS/MS students in Electrical Engineering, with exposure to Altium, MATLAB/Python, SPICE, and a curiosity about hardware. Collaboration with mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing teams is encouraged.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Coursework or projects in RF, BMS, PCB layout, power systems, embedded systems, or motor control.
• Comfortable with test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators).
• Exposure to tools like Altium, MATLAB/Python, or SPICE through coursework or personal projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with schematics, layout, and bring-up support for ongoing projects.
• Support design, simulation, or debugging of RF front ends under guidance.
• Help with power tree analysis and basic power integrity concepts.
• Gain exposure to motor control fundamentals (BLDC/PMSM, FOC or trapezoidal control).
• Assist with embedded C/C++ firmware tasks for real-time control, drivers, or diagnostics.
• Support PCB layout work, learning SI/PI and RF constraints.
• Help plan or execute test campaigns using lab equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, VNA).
• Gain exposure to Battery Management System concepts — cell balancing, protection, thermal management.
• Contribute to design notes or test reports and collaborate with mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing teams.

Skills

Strong communication

Curious about hardware

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

MATLAB/Python

SPICE

Job description

Job Location: Red Cat Corporate - Salt Lake City, UT 84115

Red Cat is seeking an Electrical Engineer Intern to join our team. We are a dynamic and growing drone technology company focused on manufacturing UAS platforms for defense, public safety, and other government security organizations.

This internship offers hands-on exposure to how next-generation eVTOL drones are designed, built, and validated — from RF and power systems to embedded motor control. You'll work alongside experienced engineers and get real exposure across the electrical stack, with mentorship built in.

What You'll Do

• Assist with schematics, layout, and bring-up support for ongoing projects
• Support the design, simulation, or debugging of RF front ends under engineer guidance
• Help with power tree analysis and basic power integrity concepts
• Gain exposure to motor control fundamentals (BLDC/PMSM, FOC or trapezoidal control)
• Assist with embedded C/C++ firmware tasks for real-time control, drivers, or diagnostics
• Support PCB layout work, learning constraints around signal integrity, power integrity, and RF considerations
• Help plan or execute test campaigns using lab equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, VNA, etc.)
• Gain exposure to Battery Management System (BMS) concepts — cell balancing, protection, thermal management
• Contribute to documentation such as design notes or test reports
• Collaborate with mechanical, firmware, and manufacturing teams on design discussions

What We're Looking For

• Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Coursework or project experience in at least one of: RF, BMS, PCB layout, power systems, embedded systems, or motor control
• Comfortable with (or eager to learn) test equipment like multimeters, oscilloscopes, or signal generators
• Exposure to tools such as Altium, MATLAB/Python, or SPICE through coursework or personal projects
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical thinking clearly
• Genuine curiosity about hardware and how electrical systems come together in real products

Nice to Have (not required)

• Interest in antenna design, RF testing, or link budgets
• Exposure to power electronics (buck/boost converters, gate drivers, battery systems)
• Familiarity with high-speed PCB layout concepts
• Interest in embedded systems, RTOS, or motor control libraries
• Any personal or academic project involving robotics, drones, or electromechanical systems

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, and move between lab, office, and manufacturing environments for extended periods
• Manual dexterity for handling tools, components, and test equipment
• Comfortable working in environments that may involve vibration, noise, or temperature variations related to testing
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when required

Background Check

This position will require successfully completing a post-offer background check. Qualified candidates with a criminal history will be considered and are not automatically disqualified, consistent with federal and state law.

EEO and ITAR/EAR Work Authorization Disclosure

Red Cat Holdings provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This position requires direct or indirect access to hardware, software, technology or technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Successful candidates for positions subject to ITAR/EAR restrictions must provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residence and must not require sponsorship for export-restricted work authorization.

E-Verify

The company participates E-Verify ensure eligibility for employment and compliance with Right to Work rules.

Compensation

Compensation: $99k - $132k, plus generous annual equity package and potential bonuses.