Senior Technical Intern

Leonardo DRS; West Plains (MO); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible 4/10 schedule

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Job summary

Leonardo DRS in West Plains, MO is seeking a Senior Technical Intern to assist engineers on various projects and learn fundamentals of the company’s engineering practices. The role emphasizes hands-on learning and data gathering in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include working with engineers, performing basic tests, and contributing to design calculations while developing professional skills and networking within the organization.

Qualifications

• Must have strong interpersonal skills and ability to build a network.
• Diligent, hardworking, and quick to learn are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with engineers on a variety of assignments.
• Carry out basic work instructions to learn fundamentals of the company.
• Conduct limited scope testing under supervision.
• Complete assigned tasks on time and gather data for engineers.
• Assist engineers with design details and analyses.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Quick learner

Education

High school diploma or GED

Engineering student

Job description

Senior Technical Intern

Location: West Plains, MO, US, 65775

Job ID:115290

Your future starts here! Kick off 2026 with a career that makes a difference at Leonardo DRS in West Plains, MO. We’re growing and actively hiring for multiple openings across a variety of roles. If you’re motivated, ready to learn, and eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you.

The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 6 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Job Responsibilities

• Work closely with and assist engineers in the conduct of various engineering assignments
• Carry out basic work instructions that will help in understanding the fundamentals of the Company and also learn new things
• Conduct limited scope testing under the supervision of engineers
• Complete assigned tasks on time
• Gather and assemble data for engineers
• May be required to help in research in a particular field
• Conduct design analysis and/or calculations under the supervision of engineers
• Assist engineers with appropriate design details
• Must have good interpersonal skills and have the ability to build a good network
• Perform a wide variety of tasks to gain familiarity with the engineering staff, methods, programs and practices
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Engineering student; some progress towards engineering degree
• Must have good interpersonal skills and have the ability to build a good network
• Must be diligent, hardworking, and quick to learn

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 4/10 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.

Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:

- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation

We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.