Electrical Engineering Intern

Job Overview

AEVEX Aerospace is hiring Electrical Engineering Intern to work in our Tactical Systems engineering department. Envision design and develop products and systems as an integrated member of the engineering team. You will work closely with engineering teams across AEVEX to create solutions and systems that meet the evolving needs of our customers. You will participate in all phases of product development and will be part of a group of hardworking engineers whose expertise ensures the success of engineering projects and programs. Youll have the opportunity develop and refine technical skills working alongside industry experts in aircraft design avionics and autonomy.

The AEVEX Internship Program gives individuals who are early in their career the opportunity to gain valuable learning opportunities while discussing goals evaluating performance and receiving regular feedback. This Engineering Intern will work along side the Tactical Systems Engineering Team through a variety of disciplines to envision design and develop products and systems while developing and refining their technical skills.

Essential Functions

• Assist in designing developing and testing electrical systems and equipment for military industrial commercial and consumer use related to Unmanned Systems (UAVs UGVs USVs) of various types.
• Collaborate with other engineers technicians and clients to identify and resolve technical issues and improve system performance.
• Assist with the installation operation maintenance and repair of electrical systems and equipment.
• Help to develop and implement automated programming and testing apparatuses to aid in production and quality assurance of circuit boards and subassemblies.
• Collaborate with manager to establish internship goals and steps on achieving those goals throughout duration of the program
• Assisting the overall project development under the supervision of a engineering group leader
• Performing data collection and analysis
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Standard Essential Functions

• Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis or in accordance with posted schedule.
• Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the companys policies and practices.
• Embodies AEVEXs cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Knowledge of electrical design software for schematic capture and PCB layout (Altium (Preferred) Eagle PCB Autodesk Fusion360 KICAD etc...)
• Familiarity with electrical simulation tools such as LTspice
• Knowledge of common industry protocols (LVDS I2C HDMI UART SPI CAN USB MIPI)
• Familiarity with embedded processors such as ARM and basic embedded programming skills therein with C/C
• Test and Debug abilities with common lab equipment including DMMs Oscilloscopes Spectrum Analyzers Vector Network Analyzers Logic Analyzers etc...
• Proficient soldering skills
• Demonstrates a strong willingness to work effectively as part of a team.
• Focused on achieving goals with a clear end-oriented approach.
• Capable of successfully managing and prioritizing multiple tasks.
• Open to acquiring new skills and embracing continuous learning opportunities.
• Strong verbal and written communication paired with effective organizational abilities.
• Builds positive relationships that enhance team dynamics and collaboration.
• Maintains a sharp attention to detail with strong critical thinking skills; unafraid to question the status quo and propose innovative ideas.

Education / Certifications

• Recent degree or current enrollment in an engineering program in Aerospace Mechanical Electrical Software Systems Engineering or related field.
• Validated academic excellence (3.0 GPA and higher)

Experience

• No prior experience necessary

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required to sit and to reach to use computers and other office equipment
• Frequently required repetitive movements of wrists hands and/or fingers

For the purpose of this summary occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance U.S. Citizenship required.

About AEVEX

AEVEX headquartered in Solana Beach California supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation remote sensing and analysis solutions. The companys capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing exploitation and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define develop and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government partner nations and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California Florida North Carolina Ohio and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits including a 401(k)-retirement plan comprehensive Medical Dental Vision Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company professional development funds and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling legal help child and elder care support among other benefits for qualified employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race religious creed color sex (including pregnancy breast feeding and related medical conditions) gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizenship status military and veteran status marital status age protected medical condition genetic information physical disability mental disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal state and local laws.