About the role#
As a Photonics Engineering Intern, you will help turn theory into measured performance. You will contribute to laboratory experiments and technical analysis focused on optical communications, fiber-optic systems, acousto-optics, RF photonics, or quantum technologies.
What you'll do#
- Set up, execute, and document laboratory experiments on photonic components and systems.
- Collect and analyze measurement data to identify trends and recommend follow-on work.
- Support test setup, instrumentation, alignment, and troubleshooting.
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to integrate and validate photonic designs at the subsystem and system levels under the guidance of experienced engineers.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics, Computer Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
- Experience with fiber optics, optical communications, RF systems, acousto-optics, quantum science, or precision measurement.
- Proficiency with optical, electronic, or RF laboratory instrumentation.
- Experience with data analysis and automation using Python, MATLAB, or comparable tools.
- Foundational knowledge of optics, electromagnetics, communications, electronics, or physics.
- Practical experience through coursework, research, internships, design teams, or laboratory projects involving experimental measurement and technical problem solving.
Location & details#
- Location: Palm Bay, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: 9/80 schedule (80 hours over 9 days, with every other Friday off).
- Employment: Full-time paid internship.
About L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company provides technology solutions for space, air, land, sea, and cyber domains. It maintains headquarters in Melbourne, Florida. The organization functions as a public company with over 31,000 employees.
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