Systems Engineering Intern: Hands-on EO Systems Validation

Safran Group; Bedford (NH); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Safran DSI Optronics in Bedford, NH seeks a Systems Engineering Intern to participate in requirements analyses, system trades, integration, testing and documentation. You will work with optics, mechanics, electronics, software, and manufacturing teams to learn full system development processes.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an engineering degree, demonstrate strong problem-solving and communication skills, and can contribute to prototype builds and lab testing while gaining exposure to ITAR

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in systems engineering, mechanical, optical, electrical, computer engineering or related field
• GPA 3.0+ recommended
• Strong problem-solving and analytical reasoning
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced engineering environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Strong interpersonal skills and cross-disciplinary collaboration
• US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status required

Responsibilities

• Support system-level requirements derivation and analysis based on program specs
• Participate in cross-discipline engineering trades across 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
• Conduct functional and environmental testing under supervision
• Generate engineering documentation including test reports and matrices
• Develop familiarity with Safran DSI tools, procedures, and workflows
• Assist in preparing content for programmatic documentation and customer reviews
• Participate in vendor and manufacturability assessments and engage with quality and operations teams
• Contribute to prototype builds, system checks, and lab testing
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Excellent verbal & written

Interpersonal skills

Task management

Collaboration across disciplines

US Citizenship or PR

Education

Engineering degree (Bachelor’s/Master’s)

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Safran DSI Optronics in Bedford, NH seeks a Systems Engineering Intern to participate in requirements analyses, system trades, integration, testing and documentation. You will work with optics, mechanics, electronics, software, and manufacturing teams to learn full system development processes.

Ideal candidates are pursuing an engineering degree, demonstrate strong problem-solving and communication skills, and can contribute to prototype builds and lab testing while gaining exposure to ITAR