About the role#
Leonardo DRS is seeking Systems Engineer Interns for our Bridgeton, Missouri facility during the Summer 2026 term. This is a full-time, paid, on-site position. You will work alongside our systems engineering team to support technical performance requirements on complex development programs.
What you'll do#
- Work under the direction of systems engineering managers and lead engineers on various activities.
- Assist the engineering team with daily assignments and design details.
- Gather and assemble data for engineering projects.
- Conduct design analysis or calculations under supervision.
- Use Matlab and Simulink software to perform assigned tasks.
- Help perform research in specific technical fields.
What you'll need#
- A High School Diploma or GED.
- Current enrollment as a Junior or above in a Bachelor’s program for Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics.
- Excellent analytical, written, and oral communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
- Basic knowledge of Matlab and Simulink.
- Coursework in subjects such as calculus, linear algebra, probability and statistics, or differential equations is preferred.
Location & details#
- This position is located in Bridgeton, MO.
- The role is on-site and full-time.
- Sponsorship is not provided for this position.
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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