About the role#
The Electrical Engineer Intern will join our team in Bridgeton, Missouri, for the Summer 2026 term. This is a full-time, paid internship focused on the design, fabrication, and modification of electrical and electro-mechanical components and systems. You will work on projects involving electrical analysis, circuit design, and vehicle electrical integration while gaining hands-on experience in a professional engineering environment.
What you'll do#
- Support and participate in technical electrical engineering activities.
- Perform system-level and component-level design and integration tasks, including block diagrams, simulation, and testing.
- Develop, analyze, and document various electrical systems.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in existing products and design corrective modifications.
- Work with the engineering team to conceptualize systems and electrical designs.
- Develop custom fixtures for test, evaluation, and manufacturing of electrical equipment.
- Communicate project progress and technical issues to company personnel and customers.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Junior or above in a Bachelor’s program for Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Physics.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Strong analytical and communication skills.
- Experience using Microsoft Office tools.
- Ability to read and understand commercial or military electrical drawings.
- Preferred: At least one related internship, co-op, or industry experience.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Location & details#
- Location: Bridgeton, Missouri.
- Term: Summer 2026.
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time.
About Leonardo DRS
Leonardo DRS is a defense and space manufacturing company headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. Founded in 1969, the firm provides technology for national security customers and allies. It specializes in advanced sensing, network computing, force protection, and electric power systems. The company employs over 6,500 people.
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