About the role#
This Electrical Engineering Co-Op position offers hands-on experience in hardware design and testing. You will work with engineering teams in Pittsfield, Massachusetts during the Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 terms. This is a full-time, paid, on-site role.
What you'll do#
- Translate high-level assembly concepts into clear, testable hardware requirements.
- Participate in the design, development, and prototyping of hardware components.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to learn design processes and solve technical challenges.
- Develop, document, and execute verification test procedures for hardware.
- Analyze test data and communicate your findings to the team.
- Identify ways to improve hardware performance, usability, and manufacturability.
- Explore responsible ways to use AI to improve engineering efficiency.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a bachelor or master degree program for Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
- A standing of sophomore or higher is preferred.
- A thorough understanding of engineering technology.
- U.S. citizenship is required to meet eligibility for access to classified information.
- A Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Terms: Fall 2026 and Winter 2027.
About General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics that develops C4ISR technology. Founded in 1952, the company operates within the defense and space manufacturing industry. It provides solutions for land, sea, air, space, and cyber domains. The organization is based in Chantilly, Virginia, and employs over 10,000 people.
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