RF Engineer Intern

Sierra Nevada Corporation; Lone Tree (CO); Ibrido; USD 32.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Descrizione del lavoro

The Sierra Nevada Corporation is offering a Technical Intern position for a summer program in an aerospace and defense environment. You will work with industry experts on real projects, gain hands-on experience, and develop technical and professional skills through mentoring and cross-functional workshops.

Ideal candidates are engineering or computer science students who are Sophomore to Senior, capable of obtaining a Secret security clearance, and eager to contribute to team-driven goals in a

Competenze

• Sophomore/Junior/Senior in college with at least 6 months to graduation.
• Pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.

Mansioni

• Work on actual technical projects with mentor guidance.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports and records.
• Collect, analyze and interpret technical data to support decisions.
• Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements.
• Perform hands-on technical work to gain practical skills.
• Collaborate with team members and apply learned knowledge.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Participate in workshops to learn about the business and culture.

Conoscenze

Analytical skills

Problem solving

MS Office

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Formazione

Engineering/CS student

Strumenti

CAD

MATLAB

Visio

Microsoft Access

Descrizione del lavoro

Come start your career with some of the brightest and most innovative minds in the country! As a Technical Intern, you will participate in a comprehensive summer internship program designed to provide hands-on experience in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. You will work alongside industry experts, contribute to real-world projects, and develop valuable technical and professional skills. This internship offers a unique opportunity for growth through mentoring, cross-functional workshops, and direct involvement in company projects.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in actual technical projects and contribute to team objectives by completing assigned tasks.
• Receive guidance and mentorship from experienced industry professionals in your field.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, reports, and records as required.
• Assist in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data to support engineering decisions.
• Attend planning meetings to understand project requirements, timelines, and team goals.
• Perform hands-on technical work assignments to gain practical experience and build technical skills.
• Work closely with team members, absorb and learn from their expertise, and apply that learning to ongoing projects.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and support the implementation of best practices.
• Participate in workshops designed to provide a deeper understanding of the business and company culture.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Must be a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in college or technical school, with at least 6 months until graduation after end of internship.
• Currently enrolled in a university or college program pursuing a degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Strong organization skills and work ethic; detail oriented.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Prior internship or work experience in a technical or engineering role.
• Familiarity with the Aerospace and Defense industry.
• Basic knowledge of engineering software tools (e.g., CAD, MATLAB).
• Microsoft Access skills.
• Pursuing a degree in engineering or a related discipline.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to sit at a computer for extended periods.
• Proficiency with computers and office equipment.
• Manual dexterity for handling tools and technical equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs occasionally.
• Ability to work in a laboratory or workshop environment, which may involve exposure to loud noise levels or hazardous conditions.
• Ability to travel may be required.
• Ability to work in an office or hybrid environment.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $23.54 - $32.37. Compensation varies depending on a wide array of factors, such as candidates' key skills, relevant work experience, and education/training/certifications. The disclosed range estimate may be adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

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