About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. You will work on-site, contributing to technical projects while learning the product development process. The role requires you to work both independently and as part of a team.
What you'll do#
- Manage your own design project from start to finish.
- Document design and testing phases.
- Provide engineering support to internal teams and external customers on current projects.
- Apply your technical skills to perform engineering work.
- Demonstrate the guiding principles of Aerostar.
- Present your project work at the end of the summer.
- Assist with other duties as needed.
What you'll need#
- At least 2 years of progress toward a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or computer science.
- Proficiency in MS Word and MS Excel.
- Strong communication skills for working with team members and leadership.
- Ability to multitask and handle several projects at once without close supervision.
- A high level of discretion and confidentiality.
- Hands-on experience in manufacturing, testing, or lab settings is a plus.
- Familiarity with SolidWorks, Matlab, or Python is also preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About TCOM, L.P.
TCOM, L.P. designs and manufactures aerostat systems, unmanned aerial vehicles, and high-altitude balloons. The company produces radar and communications payloads alongside data exploitation software. Founded in 1971, the firm maintains its headquarters in Columbia, Maryland. It employs between 201 and 500 people to support defense, homeland security, and commercial surveillance missions.
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