Uncrewed Systems Engineering Intern

Sig Sauer, Inc.; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 13,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

SIG SAUER, Inc. is seeking an Electrical/Computer Engineering intern to support uncrewed systems design in a collaborative R&D environment. You will work with designers, technicians and engineers on firmware, hardware integration, testing and documentation.

This spring 2027 internship offers hands-on experience with Linux, Python, PCB workflows, and design validation, and may include design projects and 5S/continuous improvement activities in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Candidate for Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related discipline.
• Advanced coursework in digital design, programmable logic design, PCB layout, motor control.
• Prior CO-OP, internship, or design project work preferred.
• Basic proficiency in report creation.
• Basic proficiency using Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with PCB design software and IDEs for SW/FW development.

Responsibilities

• Process engineering design change orders.
• Assist firmware and software development using Linux, Bash, and Python to support testing.
• Assist in testing and validation of electromechanical systems.
• 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.
• Engages in and actively volunteers for Continuous Improvement projects/tasks.

Skills

Linux

Bash

Python

Excel

Word

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

PCB design software

Integrated Design Environments (IDEs) for SW/FW

Job description

SIG SAUER, Inc. is seeking an Electrical/Computer Engineering intern to support uncrewed systems design in a collaborative R&D environment. You will work with designers, technicians and engineers on firmware, hardware integration, testing and documentation.

This spring 2027 internship offers hands-on experience with Linux, Python, PCB workflows, and design validation, and may include design projects and 5S/continuous improvement activities in a manufacturing setting.