About the role#
We are looking for a Systems Engineering Intern to join our team in Waco for the summer of 2026. This role offers hands-on experience across the full development lifecycle. You will work alongside cross-functional engineering teams to support system design, testing, and operational analysis.
What you'll do#
- Perform operational analysis and create concept of operations, design, and implementation plans.
- Develop test plans, procedures, and cases.
- Conduct tests and document your findings.
- Analyze system requirements from users and end systems.
- Support the development and evaluation of complex system designs and architectures.
- Use software tools, scripting, and hardware/software troubleshooting methods.
- Present design activity plans and project status to internal and external customers.
What you'll need#
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Aviation, or Aerospace Engineering.
- Coursework or experience in systems engineering, systems architecture, or systems analysis and design.
- Familiarity with Rhapsody.
Location & details#
- Location: Waco, Texas.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Schedule: 9/80 schedule (80 hours over 9 days with every other Friday off).
- This is a full-time, paid, on-site internship.
About L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company provides technology solutions for air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. It supports national security requirements for its customers. The organization is based in Melbourne, Florida, and employs over 10,000 people.
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