Engineering Technician (Intern - Summer 2027)

SRC, Inc; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

10% retirement contribution

Tuition assistance

Job summary

SRC, Inc is seeking an Engineering Technician Intern to work onsite in Syracuse, NY, 40 hours per week. You will contribute to design, development, implementation and testing of radar and electronic warfare products, collaborating with senior engineers and technicians to craft innovative solutions.

Qualifications include enrollment in an electronics-focused program and a 3.3+ GPA, plus hands-on lab experience and ability to work in teams with strong communication.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an associate degree or ongoing bachelor’s in a relevant field.
• GPA a minimum 3.3; transcripts required.
• Solid understanding of engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to apply design, testing and debugging techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform production and prototyping tasks (cable fabrication, assembly, testing).
• Identify and set up test equipment and perform tests and troubleshooting.
• Work hands-on in an electronic lab with soldering and assembly.
• Troubleshoot and repair RF/radar systems using lab test gear.
• Set up test fixtures and run tests to evaluate performance and reliability.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Proactive problem solving

Electronics fundamentals

Hands-on lab work

Education

Associate degree in electronics technologies

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology (enrolled)

Tools

Oscilloscope

Soldering

RF test equipment

Circuit testing

Job description

SRC, Inc. is currently seeking an Engineering Technician Intern who will be working onsite, 40 hours a week. You will contribute to the design, development, implementation and testing of state-of-the-art radar and electronic warfare products. You will work closely with senior engineers & technicians to gain experience in creating innovative solutions tailored to our products and customer needs. You will bring your unique perspective to our multi-department teams of engineers and technicians to collaborate on assemblies aligned with project goals and requirements.

What You'll Do

• Perform limited production and prototyping activities (cable fabrication, system assembly, circuit board testing, etc.).
• Identify and setup test equipment and perform testing and troubleshooting of products and/or systems.
• Hands-on work in an electronic lab environment with soldering, assembly of mechanical, and electrical systems/sub-systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair electronic warfare, radar and communication systems using electronic and radio frequency (RF)-based test equipment, applying principles and theories of electronics and electrical circuitry.
• Set up standard test apparatus and/or build test fixtures, cables and other circuitry to conduct functional, operational, environmental and life tests to evaluate performance and reliability of development, prototype or limited production units and systems.

What You'll Bring

• Current enrollment in an associate’s degree in a relevant technician field (e.g., electronics technologies, electrical technologies) or current enrollment in a bachelor’s degree in a relevant technician field (e.g., Engineering Technology)
• A minimum grade point average of 3.3. Most recent transcripts are required with application (unofficial transcripts are acceptable)
• A strong understanding of your engineering fields foundational concepts
• Knowledge of design, testing, and debugging techniques relevant to your field
• Ability to take initiative and proactively address challenges
• Familiarity with applicable tools and methodologies
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with excellent communication skills

What Sets Us Apart?
SRC, Inc., a not-for-profit research and development company, combines information, science, technology and ingenuity to solve “impossible” problems in the areas of defense, environment and intelligence. Across our family of companies, we apply bright minds, fresh thinking and relentless determination to deliver innovative products and services that areredefining possible®. When you join our team, you’ll be a part of something truly meaningful — helping to keep America and its allies safe and strong. You’ll collaborate with more than 1,400 engineers, scientists and professionals — with 20 percent of those employees having served in the military — in a highly innovative, inclusive and equitable work environment. You’ll receive a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package that includes four or more weeks of paid time off to start, 10 percent employer contribution toward retirement, and 100 percent tuition support.

Total compensation for this role is market competitive. The anticipated range for this position based out of Syracuse, NY is estimated at $22.00 to $26.00/hour. The actual salary will vary based on applicant’s experience, skills, and abilities, geographic location as well as other business and organizational needs. SRC offers competitive benefit options, for more details please visit our website.