Systems Engineer Intern

Leonardo DRS; Bridgeton (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems seeks multiple Summer Systems Engineer Interns at our Bridgeton, MO facility. Interns support the SE team to meet performance requirements on complex development programs and follow an interdisciplinary process to ensure customer needs are satisfied with quality, cost effectiveness, and schedule adherence.

The internship offers meaningful hands-on experience for students with proven academics and leadership potential, plus a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• Current or rising college student (Junior or higher) pursuing Engineering, Math, Physics, or equivalent.
• Excellent analytical and written/spoken communication skills.
• Familiarity with Matlab/Simulink is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support SE managers and engineers on system engineering tasks.
• Assist with data gathering and calculations.
• Use Matlab/Simulink tools as needed for analyses.
• Complete tasks on time and communicate progress.
• Contribute to a collaborative, high‑quality engineering environment.

Skills

Matlab/Simulink familiarity

Strong analytical & communication

Engineering student

Education

High School Diploma or GED & junior in BS program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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 Summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking multiple Summer Systems Engineer Interns for our Bridgeton, MO facility. These interns will help our systems engineering (SE) team meet the technical performance requirements on complex system development programs and to execute an interdisciplinary process to ensure that the customer and stakeholder needs and requirements are satisfied in a high quality, trustworthy, cost efficient, and schedule compliant manner. The purpose of the internship is to provide meaningful professional hands‑on experience to students with proven academic performance and leadership potential. Students will also get to utilize our companies flexible work schedule.

Job Responsibilities

• Work under the direction of the SE managers, SE technical director, and lead systems engineers on various systems engineering activities
• May use Matlab and/or Simulink software in the performance of assignments
• Work closely with and assist engineers in the conduct of various engineering assignments
• Complete assigned tasks on time
• Gather and assemble data for engineers
• May be required to help perform research in a particular field
• Conduct design analysis and/or calculations under the supervision of engineers
• Assist engineers with appropriate design details
• Provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED, and currently a Junior or above in a Bachelor’s program in Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or equivalent
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, written and oral
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Basic knowledge and familiarity with the use of Matlab and/or Simulink, deesired
• Coursework in some of the following subjects: calculus I/II, linear algebra, complex variables, probability & statistics, and differential equations, desired
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office products, desired

The salary range for this position is $41,011.00/year- $53,315.00/year for the state of Illinois. 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. #LSY #INDLSYS

Profile description

Leonardo DRS Land Systems division is a recognized world leader in the integration of complex technologies into legacy systems and platforms for military and commercial customers globally. DRS Land Systems offers a diverse portfolio of military products and technologies focused on battlefield reconnaissance and surveillance, survivability, lethality, heavy transport mobility, fuel and water distribution, radar and electronic systems testing. Headquartered in Bridgeton, MO with a 100- acre heavy equipment manufacturing facility in West Plains, MO, and a site in Goleta, CA.

We offer

• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• Pet insurance
• 401K retirement plan
• Employee Stock Purchase plan
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Vacation & Health & Emergency leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Student loan repayment
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work schedule