About the role#
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is hiring a Development Engineer Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This is a full-time, on-site internship based in Simsbury, Connecticut. You will work on electrical project support and gain hands-on experience in a development lab environment.
What you'll do#
- Design and fabricate test article instrumentation.
- Perform circuit analysis, PCB design, and electrical database administration.
- Handle harnessing, soldering, and testing tasks.
- Conduct hands-on testing of electronic assemblies.
- Participate in environmental and dynamic testing for development, qualification, and production assemblies.
- Assess technical risks and support the execution of risk mitigation plans.
- Write technical reports for complex development tests and analyses.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor's degree program.
- Junior standing at the time of application.
- Pursuing a degree in Computer, Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering.
Location & details#
- Location: Simsbury, CT.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: This is a paid internship.
- Note: Sponsorship is not provided for this role.
About Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company (EBAD)
Ensign-Bickford Aerospace and Defense Company operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. Founded in 1836, the company maintains its headquarters in Simsbury, Connecticut, with additional facilities in Kentucky and California. It produces mission-critical hardware, including precision energetics and explosive systems for satellites, missiles, and aircraft. The firm employs between 501 and 1,000 people.
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