Firmware Engineering Co‑Op: Hands-On Embedded Systems

Mercury Systems; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite in Huntsville

Job summary

Mercury Systems is seeking a Firmware Engineering Co-Op in Huntsville, AL, to join a collaborative engineering team developing firmware and software for embedded systems. You will gain hands‑on experience across the full development lifecycle in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.

The role is onsite in Huntsville, Alabama, for July–December 2027, offering exposure to design, test, and integration activities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum GPA of 3.1 is required; transcripts may be requested during review.
• Knowledge of VHDL or Verilog Hardware Description Languages (HDL).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test firmware based applications.
• Develop and maintain firmware test suites to verify system capabilities and requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance and support test infrastructure.
• Support design teams in bring‑up and system‑level validation of products.

Skills

VHDL

Verilog

GPA 3.1

Bachelor's in Engineering

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or related

Job description

Mercury Systems is seeking a Firmware Engineering Co-Op in Huntsville, AL, to join a collaborative engineering team developing firmware and software for embedded systems. You will gain hands‑on experience across the full development lifecycle in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.

The role is onsite in Huntsville, Alabama, for July–December 2027, offering exposure to design, test, and integration activities within a supportive team.