Electrical Hardware Design Engineering Intern

Leidos Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Retirement plan

Paid Leave

Job summary

Leidos Defense Systems seeks an Electrical Hardware Design Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 to work on PCBAs, power supplies, mixed-signal, FPGA, and microcontroller designs. Mentorship will guide you through design, layout, verification, and testing across diverse programs in defense and aerospace.

The role emphasizes hands-on hardware development, including testing with oscilloscopes, SPICE analysis, and collaboration with experienced engineers. Onsite in Huntsville, AL, summer 2027.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Includes resume and unofficial transcripts with application.
• Demonstrates problem solving, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Basic understanding of circuit theory and design.
• Exposure to at least one programming language (Python, MATLAB, or C/C++).
• Must be a US Citizen and able to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
• Able to work onsite in Huntsville, AL summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, simulation, modeling and testing of hardware solutions.
• Use design tools such as Mentor Graphics, Altium for PCB design, SPICE, and Visio.
• Develop and execute hardware verification plans.
• Debug hardware using oscilloscopes and signal generators.
• Collaborate with team members on hardware projects.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

C/C++

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (in progress)

Tools

Mentor Graphics

Altium

SPICE

Visio

Job description

Description

Leidos Defense Systems is seeking a talented Electrical Hardware Design Engineering Intern to join a diverse team in summer 2027 to create unique solutions for complex problems. We have offices across the United States that provide responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific, and IT solutions in the defense, space, cyber, and commercial fields. The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth.

At Leidos, our mission is to reach, equip, and teach students with an interest in the field of defense and aerospace. Running for over two decades, the internship program has been a staple at Leidos, giving interns hands‑on experience in their future career path. With no shortage of work available, interning with Leidos promises growth, experience, and unrivaled opportunity across the US.

This position is an Electrical Hardware Design Engineer Summer Intern in the Electrical Systems Department. Interns are provided with opportunities to participate in a wide range of design engineering activities that include concept development, architecting, implementing, and testing printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) including power supply, mixed‑signal, FPGA, microcontroller designs. There are also additional skill development opportunities through participation in printed circuit board layout, signal integrity analysis, power distribution network design, technical trade studies, and evaluation of technology improvements. The selected candidate will work closely with their assigned mentor on tasks that are beneficial to the intern's skills development and valuable to the programs with which they are working. The ideal candidate will thrive in a learning environment that encourages leadership and technical growth.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, simulation, modeling and testing of hardware solutions.


• Working with design tools such as Mentor Graphics, Altium for PCB design, SPICE, and Visio.


• Develop and execute hardware verification plans.


• Debug hardware using test equipment such as oscilloscopes and signal generators.


• Collaborate with team members on hardware projects.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college/ university and currently working towards a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.


• Holds a GPA of 3.0 or higher.


• Includes resume and unofficial transcripts in application.


• Demonstrates problem solving, teamwork, and communication skills.


• Basic understanding of circuit theory and design.


• Exposure to at least one programming language (Python, MATLAB, or C/C++).


• Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.


• Able to work onsite in Huntsville, AL during summer 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework or project experience with:
  
  
  
  • Multi-layer PCB design or layout
  
  
  • Digital logic design (VHDL/Verilog, FPGAs, or microcontrollers)
  
  
  • Power electronics or switched-mode power supplies
  
  
  
  


• RF fundamentals or communication systems


• Hands‑on laboratory experience with test equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, multimeters)


• Familiarity with Design tools (Mentor Graphics, Altium, KiCad, or similar)


• Previous internship, co‑op, or undergraduate research experience in hardware design


• Personal projects or competition experience (IEEE, robotics, etc.) demonstrating electrical engineering skis

If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Pay Range

Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers.

• competitive compensation


• Health and Wellness programs


• Income Protection


• Paid Leave


• Retirement

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.