Senior Technical Intern - Software

Leonardo DRS; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Daylight Solutions, a Leonardo DRS business, offers a Senior Technical Intern - Software in San Diego. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team, participate in sprint planning, and contribute to shipping code under mentorship.

Ideal candidates are engineering students progressing toward electrical/electronics/robotics degrees with basic Python programming and lab skills, prepared to learn and grow in a dynamic defense tech environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Engineering student pursuing electrical/electronics/robotics degree.
• Basic programming knowledge in Python and fundamentals of Ohm's law and Kirchhoff's law.
• Minimal experience with lab equipment such as power supply, oscilloscope, function generator and multimeter.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to build a network.
• Diligent, hardworking and quick to learn.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with and assist engineers in various engineering assignments.
• Carry out basic work instructions to understand the company and learn new things.
• Conduct limited scope testing under supervision of engineers.
• Complete assigned tasks on time.
• Gather and assemble data for engineers.
• May assist in research in a particular field.
• Conduct design analysis and/or calculations under supervision.
• Assist engineers with appropriate design details.
• Build good interpersonal networks and uphold the organization’s culture.
• Perform a wide variety of tasks to gain familiarity with methods and practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Python programming

Data structures

Ohm's law

Kirchhoff's law

Education

High school diploma or GED

Engineering student (electrical/electronics/robotics)

Tools

Power supply

Oscilloscope

Function generator

Multimeter

Job description

Senior Technical Intern - Software

Location: San Diego, CA, US, 92127

Job ID:115782

DRS Daylight Solutions business provides industry-changing mid-infrared laser light technology for government and commercial markets, including: defense and security; life sciences; and industrial process control. As a mid-IR technology pioneer, Daylight Solutions has delivered more mid-IR systems to more applications world-wide than any other company.

Job Summary

Are you looking for an internship where you can make meaningful contributions while learning a lot and having fun? At Daylight Solutions you'll get to work on projects that impact the business. You'll gain exposure to how areal engineering team works, from sprint planning to shipping code and be mentored by experienced engineers from all backgrounds. You'll work with a multi-disciplinary engineering team, with a variety of experiences. Come join the fun at Daylight, you won’t want to miss it.

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 electrical/electronics/robotics engineering degree.
• Basic knowldge in programming/python, data structures, Ohm's law and Kirchoff's law.
• Minimal experience using lab equipment such as power supply, oscilloscope, function generator and multimeter.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and have the ability to build a good network.
• Must be diligent, hardworking, and quick to learn.

The salary range for this position is $22.67/hour-$32.42/hour. This range reflects the good faith estimate of pay the employer is willing to offer at the time of posting. Several factors can influence the pay scale, including but not limited to: Federal contract labor categories and contract wage rates, collective bargaining agreements, geographic location, business considerations, scope, and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for: annual performance-based bonuses, equity awards, and overtime pay (for non-exempt employees as applicable. Our benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision), employer matching 401(k) retirement plan, paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave (including ant state-mandated paid sick leave), parental leave benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional development support, and life and disability insurance coverage.

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 9/80 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.

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.