Electrical Engineering Co-Op (Spring/Summer 2027)

Technology Service Corporation; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401k Plan

Flexible Work Schedules

Co-Sponsored Health Plan

Paid Leave

Job summary

Technology Service Corporation (TSC) in Huntsville, Alabama invites motivated students pursuing Electrical, Computer Hardware, or Wireless Engineering to join an Electrical Engineering Co-Op in the Radar & Precision Weapons Development Operation. Co-ops work three semesters alternating with school schedules to gain hands-on experience.

You will assist with RF/microwave sensors and systems, learn antenna theory, and apply theory to practical design, testing, and analysis tasks under experienced

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an accredited university and in good academic standing.
• Pursuing a degree in Electrical, Computer Hardware, or Wireless Engineering or related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Support full-time engineering staff with tasks.
• Gain hands-on practical experience and apply classroom knowledge.
• Data analysis and post-flight or mission data processing.
• Military defense systems field test support.
• Acceptance testing of RF/microwave components.
• Assisting with test procedure development.
• Circuit modeling using CAD tools.
• System modeling and design verification.
• System integration and testing.

Skills

RF/microwave sensors

Antenna theory

Digital hardware design

Digital/Analog signal processing

Radar & communications systems

Embedded software/firmware development

Education

Electrical Engineering (pursuing)

Computer Hardware Engineering (pursuing)

Wireless Hardware Engineering (pursuing)

Tools

OrCAD

HFSS

MathCad

MATLAB

Python

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Description TSC is seeking a highly-motivated students who are pursuing a degree in Electrical, Computer, and/or Wireless Engineering for an Electrical Engineering Co-Op position in Huntsville, Alabama, supporting the Radar & Precision Weapons Development Operation. These students shall excel academically and exhibit a true passion for their work while demonstrating a positive attitude. During this experience, students convert theory into practice as they apply classroom knowledge to practical work situations, as well as gain knowledge and skills, which will enhance future coursework. Our co-ops commit three semesters to TSC by an alternating work schedule with their school schedule. These three semesters offer students the opportunity to clarify their academic focus and test their career interests and goals. Many of our experienced engineers were at one-time TSC co-ops and it’s our goal to continue in this tradition. Our co-ops shall have an interest in analysis and design of RF/microwave sensors and systems including but not limited to radars/sensors, missile seekers, and communications systems. They will also have a strong desire to learn theoretical background in the following areas: RF/Microwave Systems/Subsystems RF/Microwave System/Subsystem Test Equipment Electromagnetic Fields & Waves Theory and Analysis Antenna & Antenna Array Theory & Analysis Digital Hardware Design Digital/Analog Signal Processing Radar & Communication System/Subsystem Analysis Radar & Communication System Signal Processing Embedded Software/Firmware Development

Responsibilities: The co-ops’ primary role is to support the full-time engineering staff with their tasks. Co-ops are given opportunities to get hands on, practical work experience to help them further excel at, appreciate, and understand the application of their college coursework. As the co-ops gain more experience and coursework they are able to take on more responsibilities and further aid the engineering staff. Listed below are some of the job-related responsibilities for the co-ops at TSC - RPWD Operation.

• Data analysis and identify post flight or mission data processing
• Military defense systems field test support
• Acceptance testing of RF/microwave components
• Assisting with electronic component test procedure development
• Circuit modeling using computer aided design tools
• System modeling and design verification
• System integration and testingWelcome
• Statistical component failure analysis
• OrCAD schematic HFSS (High Frequency Structural Simulator) Low-voltage digital hardware testing and design
• Signal analysis using electronics testing equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, and Network Analyzers

During their work experience, our co-ops will learn how to use many useful computer aided design tools such as MathCad and/or Matlab, Python, Autocad, Orcad, and HFSS.

Required Qualifications: Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited university and be in good academic standing. Applicants should be in pursuit of a degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Hardware Engineering, Wireless Hardware Engineering, or related field. Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications: Coursework or prior equivalent experience in basic engineering circuit analysis. Coursework or prior equivalent experience in basic digital logic.

Position Start Date: January 16, 2027 (Spring Semester 2027 Start) May 3, 2027 (Summer Semester 2027 Start)

TSC Benefits: TSC offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including ESOP participation, 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more.

Employment at TSC is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a) and 60–741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Positions open to Internships/CO-Ops participants Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, TSC is an employee-owned company that has been providing high-quality technical services and solutions for our customers’ for over 50 years. Our diverse portfolio includes providing; Airborne Sensors and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR); Electronic Warfare Systems; Air and Missile Defense; Space Systems, and Intelligence and Information Systems. TSC offers a professional working environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent benefits package.

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