Intern, Electrical Engineer

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies in Northampton, MA invites an Intern, Electrical Engineer to learn design, development, integration, and sustainment of electronics for maritime applications. You will take designs from concept through released hardware with cross-functional collaboration on a production environment.

The role emphasizes hands-on circuit card assembly, with mentorship from senior engineers, exposure to schematic capture, PCB layout review, and basic testing of prototypes and production

Qualifications

• Eligible candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Science or related technical degree at an accredited university.
• Coursework, projects, or internship experience in analog, digital, or mixed-signal circuit design is preferred.
• Exposure to schematic capture, PCB layout, or circuit-simulation tools such as Mentor Graphics PADS/Xpedition, LTspice, MATLAB or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Support design, development, testing, and documentation of mixed-signal CCAs.
• Assist with reviewing requirements and basic circuit analysis under guidance.
• Coordinate questions related to fabrication and assembly of PCBs.
• Assist with hardware bring-up, testing, and evaluation of prototypes and production hardware.
• Support development and use of test methods, equipment, and cables used to verify hardware.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams during design, integration, and test activities.
• Assist with engineering documentation, design reviews, schedules, and technical presentations.

Skills

Analog/digital/mixed-signal design

Schematic capture

PCB layout

C/C++

Python

LabVIEW

VHDL/Verilog

Maritime/defense exposure

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in Electrical Engineering or related

Tools

Mentor Graphics PADS/Xpedition

LTspice

MATLAB

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Intern, Electrical Engineer

Job Code: 43510

Job Location: Northampton, MA

Job Schedule:9/80:Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

In this role, you will learn to design, develop, integrate, test, and sustain electronics for maritime applications at the L3Harris Northampton, Massachusetts site. The internship will teach you to how to take designs from concept through released hardware, system-level integration, production support, and fielded-product sustainment. In this onsite role you will learn hands-on Circuit Card Assembly design with cross-functional execution in a production environment.

Essential Functions:

• Support senior engineers in the design, development, testing, and documentation of mixed-signal Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs).
• Assist with reviewing requirements, conducting basic circuit analysis, selecting components, and developing verification approaches under engineering guidance.
• Support engineering reviews of Printed Wiring Board layouts and help coordinate questions related to fabrication and assembly.
• Assist with hardware bring-up, troubleshooting, test, checkout, and evaluation of prototypes and production hardware.
• Support development and use of test methods, test equipment, test sets, and cable harnesses used to verify electronic hardware.
• Assist with EMI design, testing, troubleshooting, and corrective-action activities for CCAs and related electronic systems.Support production and engineering teams by helping investigate electrical issues, document findings, and track corrective actions.
• Collaborate with systems, mechanical, software, firmware, manufacturing, quality, supply-chain, and program teams during design, integration, and test activities.
• Assist with engineering documentation, design reviews, trade studies, schedules, and technical presentations.
• Gain familiarity with engineering tools and processes, including schematic capture, PCB layout review, circuit simulation, configuration management, and product-development practices.

Qualifications:

• To be eligible, candidate's must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree, a Master’s degree or a PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Computer Science degree or related technical degree at an accredited university.

Preferred Skills:

• Coursework, projects, or internship experience involving analog, digital, or mixed-signal circuit design.
• Familiarity with schematic capture, PCB layout, or circuit-simulation tools such as Mentor Graphics PADS/Xpedition, LTspice, MATLAB, or similar tools.
• Basic knowledge of printed wiring boards, component selection, electronic test equipment, or laboratory practices.
• Exposure to programming languages such as C, C++, Python, LabVIEW, VHDL, or Verilog.
• Familiarity with FPGA-based electronics, microcontrollers, or digital signal processing.
• Interest in electronics used in maritime, defense, aerospace, or other high-reliability applications.
• Basic understanding of electrical engineering principles, circuit analysis, and electronic hardware design.
• Interest in mixed-signal electronics, Circuit Card Assembly design, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with electronic hardware testing, troubleshooting, and use of basic laboratory test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, and function generators.

PAY TRANSPARENCY: In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C, Denver, or NYC areas is $25.50/hour - $48.00/hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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