Systems Engineering Intern: Build Next-Gen EO Systems

Safran Defense & Space, Inc.; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran Defense & Space, Inc. invites you to join our Optronics-focused internship program. As a Systems Engineering Intern, you will engage in requirements analysis, system-level trades, integration activities, testing, and documentation.

You’ll collaborate with optics, mechanics, electronics, software, and manufacturing teams to gain hands-on exposure to full system development. You’ll contribute to active programs while developing foundational skills in systems engineering, learning Safran

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in systems engineering, Mechanical, Optical, Electrical or Computer Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong interest in system-level engineering, integration and technology development.
• GPA 3.0 or higher recommended.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical reasoning.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced engineering environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident.

Responsibilities

• Support system-level requirements derivation and analysis based on program specifications.
• Participate in cross-discipline engineering trades involving optics, mechanics, electronics, and software.
• Assist with system-level design tasks for electro-optical products.
• Support integration and validation of prototype and production systems, including data collection and debugging activities.
• Conduct functional and environmental testing with engineering supervision.
• Generate engineering documentation including test reports, requirements matrices, and presentations.
• Develop familiarity with Safran DSI engineering tools, procedures, and product development workflows.
• Assist in preparing content for programmatic documentation and customer reviews.
• Participate in vendor and manufacturability assessments and engage with quality and operations teams.
• Demonstrate hands-on interest and contribute to prototype builds, system checks, and lab testing.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Systems engineering interest

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors or Masters in systems/engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Engineering tools

Job description

Safran Defense & Space, Inc. invites you to join our Optronics-focused internship program. As a Systems Engineering Intern, you will engage in requirements analysis, system-level trades, integration activities, testing, and documentation.

You’ll collaborate with optics, mechanics, electronics, software, and manufacturing teams to gain hands-on exposure to full system development. You’ll contribute to active programs while developing foundational skills in systems engineering, learning Safran