About the role#
Leidos is seeking a Radar Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 term. This full-time position is based on-site in Huntsville, Alabama. You will join a team focused on developing unique solutions for complex sensor and radar challenges within the defense sector.
What you'll do#
- Support advanced radar technology programs, including the development of signal processors and tracking algorithms.
- Work with advanced sensors in electronic warfare environments.
- Simulate radar systems and support the deployment of advanced sensor systems.
- Participate in field-testing of RF sensors and systems.
- Collaborate with engineers to review existing algorithms, identifying opportunities to improve performance and reduce processing latency.
- Investigate new algorithms from literature to assess their potential for improving radar programs.
What you'll need#
- Active enrollment in a graduate degree program, preferably in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering from an ABET-accredited school.
- Strong technical background with organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to apply skills to radar modeling, simulation, and software development.
- Experience working with engineering teams on radar algorithm problems and peer reviewing algorithms.
- Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, modern C++ development, and Linux.
- Excellent teamwork skills.
- US citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.
- Residency in or willingness to relocate to the North Alabama area.
- Preferred: Experience with radar simulation, a strong background in statistics and probability, and basic radar knowledge.
Location & details#
- Location: Huntsville, Alabama.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
About Leidos
Leidos is a public company founded in 1969 that operates in the defense and space manufacturing industry. Based in Reston, Virginia, it employs more than 10,000 people. The company provides technology solutions for national security and health sectors. Its specialties include cybersecurity, enterprise IT, and systems integration.
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