Systems Engineering Co-Op (Summer 2027)

SAAB; City of Syracuse, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on housing bonus

Job summary

Saab invites engineering/science students to join our Co-op/Intern program at the Collamer location in East Syracuse, NY. You will work in the Systems Engineering group, gaining hands-on experience with Aerobahn and Digital Tower solutions, and support customers in making operations more efficient.

Responsibilities include system integration in lab and field contexts, data analysis, and problem investigation, with opportunities to participate in technical reviews and status meetings.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in an accredited degree program with a major in Engineering or related discipline
• Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better
• Must have completed Sophomore year or greater
• Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Responsibilities

• Conducting and supporting system integration in both laboratory and operational environments
• Performing system and data analysis and propose solutions to customer problems
• Generating and investigating problem reports
• Participating in technical reviews and status meetings

Skills

Data evaluation

Programming/scripting

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Enrollment in an accredited degree program in Engineering or related discipline

GPA 3.0 or better

Sophomore year or greater

U.S. citizen / permanent resident / protected individual

Tools

SQL

Unix/Linux

Java

C#

Python

HTML

Job description

At Saab, we constantly look ahead and push boundaries for what is considered technically possible. We collaborate with colleagues around the world who all share our challenge – to make the world a safer place

What you will be part :

Aviation stakeholders face a greater number of challenges and more complex demands than ever before. At Saab, Inc., we continually find new ways to address these challenges and enable safe, predictable, and efficient operations. We go beyond existing solutions, pioneering new ideas and helping to set industry standards.

Saab, Inc.'s expertise spans operations, surveillance sensors, Air Traffic Control automation, collaborative decision making, and digital towers. Our solutions are trusted by air navigation service providers, airports and airlines at over 100 locations in more than 45 countries. As a global leading partner and provider of proven ATM solutions and services, we transform operations, turning innovative ideas into reality and supporting stakeholders from solution conception through long-term support.

Your role :

Build your resume experience and enhance your marketability with real-work, hands-on practice through a Co-Op/Intern opportunity!
Saab is in search of motivated, enthusiastic engineering/science (software, electrical, math, and physics) student(s) who would be interested in putting their studies to real-work practice through a Co-op/Intern opportunity at our Collamer location in East Syracuse, NY.
As part of the Systems Engineering group, you would be working with our team to provide products and services to assist airports and airlines operate more efficiently by leveraging the benefits of the Aerobahn product suite and Digital Tower solutions.

Responsibilities and learning opportunities include:

Conducting and supporting system integration in both laboratory and operational environments

Performing system and data analysis and propose solutions to customer problems

Generating and investigating problem reports

Participating in technical reviews and status meetings

Compensation Range:$20.27-$22.30/hr
In addition to a competitive hourly rate, Saab Inc. offers a sign-on bonus to off-set housing expenses for Co-Ops residing outside the typical office commuting distance.

The compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.

Skills and Experience:

Required Skills:

Ability to systematically evaluate data

Some software programming or scripting experience and ability to read and understand software/scripting code

Willingness to learn and take on new challenges

Good written and verbal communication skills

Strong teamwork

Desired Skills:

Relational Database experience (SQL)

Familiarity with Unix-based systems (Linux)

Experience in Java, C#, and/or Python

HTML and other web/mobile development technologies would be a plus

An basic understanding of hardware interfaces including physical characteristics, electrical characteristics and communication protocols

Ability to perform basic data analysis

Ability to perform trade studies

Qualifications:

Enrollment in an accredited degree program with a major in Engineering or related discipline

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better

Must have completed Sophomore year or greater

Must be a U.S. citizen, Permanent Resident (green card holder), or protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Drug-Free Workplaces:

Saab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

About Us:

Saab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.

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