Graduate Intern, Research and Development Hardware Design Engineer (Spring 2027)

Delta Air Lines; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Delta Air Lines is seeking an R&D Hardware Design Engineer to design and develop advanced systems and components using the latest technologies. You will work with business development and engineering teams to define feature requirements, rapidly test and iterate with prospective customers, and present outputs to leaders and industry partners.

The role involves research, evaluating potential partners, and building sustainable products from idea to execution, including field and desk research,

Qualifications

• Must be pursuing a Graduate Level degree in an accredited university, college, or institution.
• Deep understanding of technology including AI.
• Experience developing full stack applications.
• Experience using large language models (LLM) and Copilot style assistants.
• Experience with 3D printing parts using different materials such as ABS, PLA, etc.
• Experience using soldering equipment.
• Can interpret schematic diagrams/drawings.
• Good electrical engineering fundamentals and can hook up components on a breadboard.
• Is a tinkerer and likes to build new things.
• Knowledge of hardware communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, etc.
• Develop rapid prototypes via software and/or hardware technology and tools.
• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
• Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
• Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop systems and components incorporating the latest technologies.
• Collaborate with business development and engineering teams to determine feature requirements.
• Rapidly test and iterate features with prospective customers and present outputs to leaders.
• Conduct research, evaluate potential partners, and build sustainable products quickly.
• Drive product from idea through execution, including PoCs and MVPs.

Skills

AI understanding

Full stack development

Soldering

Schematic interpretation

Prototyping hardware

UART/SPI/I2C

3D printing

Education

Graduate-level engineering degree

Tools

3D printing

Soldering

Job description

How You'll Help Us Keep Climbing (Overview & Key Responsibilities)

We are seeking a R&D Hardware Design Engineer to design and develop systems and components that incorporates the latest technologies. This includes working with the business development and engineering teams to determine and develop feature requirements, rapidly test and iterate features with prospective customers, and present outputs to company leaders and industry partners.

The R&D Hardware Design Engineer conducts research, evaluates potential partners, and builds a sustainable product quickly that gets the details right. He or she is a future-focused expert in technology and ensures that we have the correct technical strategies for our products. The R&D Engineer helps to drive product from idea through to execution, including field and desk research, low-fidelity prototypes, Proofs of Concept and Minimal Viable Products.

The successful candidate will have an established background in researching and developing customer-facing experiences (physical and digital), a strong technical ability, a start-up mentality, excellent project management skills, and great communication skills.

What we have: A diverse team with …

• Varying experiences, backgrounds and skillsets
• A startup mentality (fail/learn fast and cheap)
• Human-centered philosophy
• A strong emphasis on research, design, and technology

What You Need To Succeed (Minimum Qualifications)

• Must be pursuing a Graduate Level degree in an accredited university, college, or institution
• Be hands on with a deep understanding of technology including AI
• Experience developing full stack applications
• Experience using large language models (LLM) and Copilot style assistants
• Experience with 3D printing parts using different materials such as ABS, PLA, etc.
• Experience using soldering equipment
• Can interpret schematic diagrams/drawings
• Good electrical engineering fundamentals and can hook up components on a breadboard
• Is a tinkerer and likes to build new things
• Knowledge of hardware communication protocols such as UART, SPI, I2C, etc.
• Develop rapid prototypes via software and/or hardware technology and tools (e.g., Digital apps, IoT devices, etc.)
• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
• Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency.
• Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

What Will Give You a Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Experience in one or more of the following skillsets IoT, Firmware, Biometrics, Robotics and other hardware/software technologies
• Self-driven, ambitious and entrepreneurial
• Embraces diverse people, thinking and styles
• Completed Undergraduate Degree in a technical or engineering field