RF Engineering Intern (Comms)

Thales Defense & Security, Inc.; Clarksburg (MD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. in Clarksburg, MD, is offering an 8-week RF Engineering Intern position for Summer 2027. You will work under a mentor in RF Hardware design, gain exposure to RF tools, and support engineers on real projects, with a focus on learning fundamentals of RF design and signal processing.

Qualified students must be enrolled in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science, complete at least two semesters, and be eligible for U.S. citizenship/security requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in an accredited university and have completed at least 2 semesters in Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
• Strong interest in electromagnetics and basic analog electronics.
• U.S. Citizenship required for security clearance eligibility.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong verbal and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Work with a mentor in RF electrical hardware design on basic tasks.
• Provide support to engineers on RF projects and data analysis.
• Participate in RF hardware design under supervision.
• Learn RF simulation tools such as Microwave Office, ADS, and Genesys.
• Document results and communicate technical data clearly.
• Attend seminars and facility tours; engage with other students.

Skills

MS Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

English fluency

Education

Two semesters completed in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Microwave Office

ADS

Genesys

Job description

RF Engineering Intern (Comms)

Req Id: 485

Location: CLARKSBURG, MD, US, 20871; GERMANTOWN, MD, US, 20876

Date: Sep 8, 2026

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. (TDSI) Headquartered in Clarksburg, MD, is a U.S. company that has been serving domestic and international defense Air, Land and Sea domains for 60+ years. With over 1,000 employees, TDSI and its four subsidiaries (Advanced Acoustic Concepts, Digital Receiver Technology, Tampa Microwave, and Trusted Cyber Technologies), supports U.S. Joint Services, special operations forces and multi-national partners with a variety of communication, visualization, signal intelligence/electronic warfare, and sensor/sonar capabilities. TDSI's key technologies include tactical handheld radios, expeditionary satellite terminals, helmet-mounted displays, optics and target recognition capability, advanced radars, undersea sensing and missile systems. Lives depend on what we do!

Thales Defense & Security, Inc. has an opening for an intern within the Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering department for 8 weeks during the summer of 2027. This position will be responsible for some entry level assignments that will provide exposure to the electrical job family with emphasis on radio frequency design.This position is located in the Clarksburg MD office and reports to the Manager of the RF Engineering department.

Responsibilities

• Working directly with a mentor in the RF Electrical Hardware design field, perform technical assignments with a basic degree of complexity.
• Provide technical support to engineers and scientific staff in design and development RF projects to find solutions to real world problems.
• Under close supervision, participate in RF Hardware designs in assigned area.
• Utilize standard software packages common in the Electrical Hardware Design discipline to complete basic tasks, including an introduction to RF simulation tools like Microwave Office, ADS and Genesys.
• Gather and analyze data or information in support of engineering research.
• Document and communicate results of technical data generated.
• Share technical information and promote open dialogue.
• Attend relevant seminars, facility tours, and interact with other students.
• Flexibility to take on related tasks as required.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• U.S. Citizenship required. - Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited university of college and have completed at least 2 semesters within Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering or Computer Science fields.
• Strong interest and performance in undergraduate Electromagnetics is desired, including the study of static and time-varying electric and magnetic fields. Completion of a basic analog electronics course is also desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. Fluent in English.
• Ability to comply with all Company guidelines, policies, procedures and embrace Company Core Values.

The hourly pay range for this role is $34.00 - $37.00 USD. The pay range provided is a good faith estimate representative of the experience level for the role described above. TDSI considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

For specific questions about this job posting, candidates may contacttalent acquisitionat [e-mail].

ThalesDefense & Security, Inc.is committed to non-discrimination as applicable under federal, state and local laws. We are an E-Verify Employer.

If you need an accommodation or assistance in order to apply for a position with Thales Defense & Security, Inc., please call Human Resources at 240-864-7000.

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