Radio Frequency & Data Link Engineer (SkillBridge Intern) - 27825

About the role#

This is an unpaid internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program, designed for transitioning active-duty U.S. military personnel within their final 180 days of service. You will train as a Radio Frequency (RF) and Data Link Engineer within the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) Technology Integration Support Cooperative (TISC). Working closely with a mentor and senior leadership, you will gain hands-on experience in RF/DL system integration, testing, and support to prepare for potential future roles in the defense sector.

What you'll do#

• Train on meaningful projects while working alongside mentors and senior leadership.
• Participate in cross-functional coordination and SW TISC integration processes.
• Support field operations, including equipment surveys, setup, operation, and breakdown.
• Lead an integration project connecting multiple mission nodes.
• Produce actionable technical reports with recommendations for system improvements.

What you'll need#

• Active-Duty Military personnel within the final 180 days of active-duty service.
• U.S. citizenship with a current DoD Secret security clearance and eligibility to be upgraded to TS/SCI.
• Prior military service in communications, electronic warfare, or signals intelligence roles, or experience in defense contracting with a focus on C4ISR systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• A self-motivated, driven approach to succeeding with minimal direction.

Location & details#

• Location: Hurlburt Field, Florida.
• Term: Summer 2026.
• Modality: On-site.
• Status: Full-time, unpaid internship.