Uncrewed Systems ECE Intern — Hands-on Firmware & Hardware

Sig-Sauer,-Inc; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SIG SAUER, Inc. is offering an internship in Electrical/Computer Engineering focused on uncrewed systems at our Sanford, NC location.

This spring 2027 co-op provides hands‑on design and testing experience within R&D, working with firmware, software, and hardware teams. The program targets students pursuing a BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering, with opportunities to participate in tests, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Candidate working toward a BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related field.
• Advanced coursework in digital design, programmable logic design, PCB layout, motor control or similar fields preferred.
• Prior CO-OP, internship, or design project work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with firmware and software development tasks using Linux, Bash, and Python to support testing and integration of hardware systems.
• Assist in the performance of tests and experiments.
• Analyze test data and write detailed test reports.
• Participate in testing and validation of electromechanical systems, identifying and troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
• Develop and run test scripts to automate processes and validate system functionality.
• Support the documentation of designs, test procedures, and configuration management for hardware and software artifacts.
• Engage in cross-disciplinary collaboration with teams to refine designs and improve product performance.
• Engage in business process and workplace continuous improvement activities.
• Engages in and actively volunteers for Continuous Improvement projects/tasks.
• Participates in and sustains 5S Standards.
• Must follow all required ISO procedures, comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements, and adhere to SIG SAUER, Inc. security mandates.
• Perform hands-on rework and assembly of PCBAs, cables, and electromechanical systems, ensuring precision and adherence to design specifications.
• Support the documentation of designs, test procedures, and configuration management for hardware and software artifacts.
• Manage prototype parts and products inventory.
• Consistently follow safe firearm handling practices.
• Follow all range safety procedures when in any of the range areas.
• Must be able to travel infrequently.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Skills

Linux

Bash

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Advanced coursework in digital design

Advanced coursework in programmable logic design

Advanced coursework in PCB layout

Advanced coursework in motor control

Experience with report creation

Tools

PCB design software

Job description

SIG SAUER, Inc. is offering an internship in Electrical/Computer Engineering focused on uncrewed systems at our Sanford, NC location.

This spring 2027 co-op provides hands‑on design and testing experience within R&D, working with firmware, software, and hardware teams. The program targets students pursuing a BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering, with opportunities to participate in tests, documentation, and continuous improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment.