Hands-On Electrical Engineer Intern

Virginia Commercial Space; Wallops Island (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Spaceport Authority invites an Electrical Engineer Intern to support design and analysis of systems at MARS facilities, based in Wallops Island, VA. The role emphasizes applying coursework to real-world challenges under guidance.

The intern will assist with design reviews, requirements development, data analysis, and documentation while complying with codes, safety, and quality policies. A rising senior in electrical engineering is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field in progress.
• Strong fundamentals in electrical circuits, power, and controls.
• Demonstrated ability to apply engineering concepts in projects or labs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designs and system reviews to verify compliance with codes and performance.
• Assist in requirements development with customers to verify feasible requests.
• Collaborate with Operations and Maintenance on system activation and data analysis.
• Develop and review engineering documentation, calculations, and design packages.
• Participate in field inspections to verify conformance with design and requirements.
• Independently develop solutions for issues in engineered systems.
• Maintain alignment with management, quality, and safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical diagram design

Electrical power systems

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Currently enrolled as degree-seeking student (half-time+)

Tools

AutoCAD or equivalent design software

Job description

Virginia Spaceport Authority invites an Electrical Engineer Intern to support design and analysis of systems at MARS facilities, based in Wallops Island, VA. The role emphasizes applying coursework to real-world challenges under guidance.

The intern will assist with design reviews, requirements development, data analysis, and documentation while complying with codes, safety, and quality policies. A rising senior in electrical engineering is preferred.