Hardware Engineering Spring Intern

Technology Service Corporation Defense Services; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Falcata in Plymouth, Massachusetts is seeking a motivated Hardware Engineering Spring Intern pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering to support the Commercial Product Cell division. The internship offers hands-on experience applying classroom theory to practical tasks in RF/microwave systems, radar sensors, and communications.

As an intern you will assist the full engineering staff with testing, data collection, modeling, and analysis, gain exposure to CAD tools like

Qualifications

• Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited university and be in good academic standing.
• Pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Hardware Engineering or related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing production including testing and debugging.
• Analyze data to identify post-flight or mission data processing.
• Assist field test support and data collection.
• Conduct RF/microwave component acceptance testing.
• Assist with electronic component test procedure development.
• Circuit modeling and solid modeling using CAD tools.
• System modeling and design verification and integration.

Skills

RF/Microwave knowledge

Digital/Analog signal processing

Embedded software development

Data analysis

Education

Mechanical/Electrical/Computer Engineering degree (undergraduate)

Tools

MATLAB

SolidWorks

Python

KiCAD

Job description

Falcata is seeking a highly motivated students who are pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Electrical, and/or Computer Engineering for a Hardware Engineering Spring Intern position in Plymouth, Massachusetts, supporting the Commercial Product Cell division. These students shall excel academically and exhibit a true passion for their work while demonstrating a positive attitude. During this experience, students convert theory into practice as they apply classroom knowledge to practical work situations, as well as gain knowledge and skills, which will enhance future coursework.

Our Interns have an interest in analysis and design of electromechanical systems that include RF/microwave sensors and including but not limited to radars/sensors, missile seekers, and communications systems. They will also have a strong desire to learn theoretical background in the following areas:

• RF/Microwave Systems/Subsystems
• RF/Microwave System/Subsystem Test Equipment
• Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol Networks
• Electromagnetic Fields & Waves Theory and Analysis
• Antenna & Antenna Array Theory & Analysis
• Digital Hardware Design
• Digital/Analog Signal Processing
• Radar & Communication System/Subsystem Analysis
• Radar & Communication System Signal Processing
• Embedded Software/Firmware Development

Responsibilities:

The Interns primary role is to support the full-time engineering staff with their tasks. Intern's are given opportunities to get hands on, practical work experience to help them further excel at, appreciate, and understand the application of their college coursework. As the Intern's gains more experience and coursework they are able to take on more responsibilities and further aid the engineering staff.

Listed below are some of the job-related responsibilities for the Intern at Falcata - CPC Operations.

• Supporting manufacturing production including testing and debug
• Data analysis and identify post flight or mission data processing
• Field test supportand data collection
• Acceptance testing of RF/microwave components
• Assisting with electronic component test procedure development
• Circuit modeling & Solid modeling using computer aided design tools
• System modeling and design verification
• System integration and testing
• Statistical component failure analysis
• Low-voltage digital hardware testing and design
• Signal analysis using electronics testing equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, and Network Analyzers
• During their work experience, our co-ops will learn how to use many useful computer-aided design tools such as MATLAB, SolidWorks, Python and KiCAD.

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited university and be in good academic standing
• Applicants should be in pursuit of a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Hardware Engineering or related field
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD Security Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework or prior equivalent experience in basic engineering solid model analysis
• Coursework or prior equivalent experience in basic engineering circuit analysis
• Coursework or prior equivalent experience in basic digital logic
• Coursework or prior equivalent experience in basic heat transfer concepts

Applying to Falcata:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Falcata is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and drug screening.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.