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Electrical Engineer Intern (Fort Wayne, IN)

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Software Engineering
  • Fort Wayne

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor’s in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field, skills in VHDL, MATLAB, circuit analysis, and familiarity with LINUX/Windows and software like Code V or Zemax.
  • You will analyze designs, perform simulations, select components, conduct tests, and support digital, RF, and optical engineering projects. You'll also write scripts and present findings to peers.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science Engineering or related field
  • Knowledge and/or experience with VHDL, MCM, HFSS, Network, Power, Analog, Antennas, Controls, ENE, RF, Photonics, Modem, EDA, DSP, MATLAB, Communication Systems, FPGA, Aerospace industry or Optical Engineering
  • Knowledge of Code V and/or Zemax software tools
  • Excellent communication, technical writing and presentation skills
  • Knowledge of FRED, Matlab, Python
  • Knowledge of and/or understanding circuit analysis and operational concepts
  • Familiarity with various computing environments (LINUX/Windows)

Responsibilities

  • Determine design approaches and parameters
  • Perform system analysis to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints
  • Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, and evaluate results
  • Select components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability
  • Perform simulations and present design reviews to peer engineers
  • Write scripts to control synthesis and build tools
  • Digital Engineering
  • Design, analyze, modify, test and evaluate FPGA and programmable hardware
  • Design complex Circuit Card Assemblies to support Avionics and Space customer’s photonic subsystems and integrated communication systems
  • Digital Design requires programmable logic, VHDL language and digital communications systems knowledge
  • Modem Design (including SATCOM, wireless, cellular and software defined radios) requires knowledge of digital communications systems, waveform generation and signal processing, FPGA design (in VHDL) and familiarity with Digital Signal Processors chips
  • DSP design positions require knowledge of digital signal processing techniques, algorithm development, software coding and simulation/modeling using MATLAB
  • Microelectronics Design requires training in advanced electronics packaging and MEMS technology
  • Experience with high density interconnect and semiconductor packaging technology is desired
  • Determine design approaches and parameters
  • Perform system analysis to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints
  • Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, and evaluate results
  • Select components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability
  • Perform simulations and present design reviews to peer engineers
  • Ability to write scripts to control synthesis and build tool
  • RF Engineering
  • RF/Microwave Device testing and evaluation including s-parameter, large signal load pull characterization as well as modulated signal measurements
  • Must have familiarity with common commercial RF design and analysis tools to design and analyze RF circuits and systems (i.e. ADS, HFSS, CST, MATLAB, etc)
  • Determine design approaches and parameters. Analyze electrical requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints. Analyze equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results
  • Photonics Engineering
  • Design, analyze, modify, test and evaluate optical communications systems and subsystem level components
  • Design, analyze, modify, test and evaluate RF Photonic systems and subsystem level components
  • Antenna Engineering
  • Design, analyze, modify, test, and evaluate antenna systems and subsystem level components. Utilize design tools such as HFSS, CST, MATLAB, and GRASP
  • Evaluate antennas in anechoic chambers and use network analyzers
  • Hardware Design Verification
  • Design and modify tests to verify the operational state of various L3Harris products and accessories
  • Test, analyze, and evaluate the requirements compliance of L3 Harris hardware products
  • Utilize tools such as network analyzers and LabVIEW
  • Optical Engineering
  • Perform optical design and analysis on advanced telescopes, calibrators, unique optical test sets
  • Develop optical budgets and sensitivities including wavefront error, MTF, line of sight, and throughput
  • Perform analyses to show compliance to optical requirements and specifications for imaging systems, assemblies, component drawings, coatings, etc.
  • Perform tolerancing analyses to assess manufacturability and optical alignment
  • Provide optical modeling, analysis and metrology support during system alignment, integration and testing
  • Perform other unique modeling tasks, such as: spectral tuning/splitting, polarization, phase retrieval, image simulation, etc.
  • Support the development of optical technologies and architectural concepts to support the company’s current and new business opportunities

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Electrical Engineer Intern Level D.

Where is this internship located?

This internship is located in Fort Wayne, IN.

What educational background is required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, or a related field is required.

What are some key responsibilities of the Electrical Engineer Intern?

Key responsibilities include determining design approaches and parameters, performing system analysis, utilizing modeling tools, selecting components based on specifications, performing simulations, and writing scripts for synthesis and build tools.

What skills or knowledge are preferred for this internship?

Preferred skills include knowledge of VHDL, HFSS, MATLAB, DSP, communication systems, FPGA, and experience in the aerospace industry or optical engineering.

Is experience with digital signal processing techniques required?

Yes, knowledge of digital signal processing techniques is required for DSP design positions.

Will the intern be involved in RF Engineering?

Yes, the intern will participate in RF Engineering activities including testing and evaluation of RF/Microwave devices.

What kind of tools will be used in this role?

Tools such as MATLAB, LabVIEW, network analyzers, HFSS, and CST will be utilized in this role.

Are there opportunities to work with photonics engineering in this internship?

Yes, the intern will have opportunities to design, analyze, modify, test, and evaluate optical communications and RF photonic systems.

What communication skills are important for this position?

Excellent communication, technical writing, and presentation skills are important for this position.

Fast. Forward.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2019
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor for the global aerospace and defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our 46,000 employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains.

Benefits

  • Health

    Medical with a High Deductible and traditional PPO plan options, as well as dental, vision and a full array of supplemental health benefits. A doctors' service to help with referrals and second opinions for you, your family, and parents

  • Family

    4 weeks of paid parental leave for moms and dads. Fertility treatment. Subsidized backup childcare and eldercare. Adoption assistance - $5,000 per adoption/$15,000 per employee. Pet insurance

  • Well-being

    No cap to your PTO time (for exempt employees). Dress for your day - wear what works for you at work. Legal plan for you, your family, and parents. Discount platform