Warfare Systems Intern

Job Description

About HII Mission Technologies: Warfare Systems Intern (RDT&E)

Join HII Mission Technologies, a global leader in national defense solutions, and become part of our cutting-edge Warfare Systems (WS) business group. At HII, our workforce of over 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies, from C5ISR and AI/Big Data to cyber operations and unmanned underwater vehicles. Our Warfare Systems team is at the forefront of defending national interests in cyberspace, anticipating emerging threats, and providing critical support to the U.S. military and federal agencies through cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, and advanced software/hardware development.

This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to vital missions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space, and cyber domains. We are recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, committed to a values-driven culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, offering a supportive environment for continuous career growth.

Job Details at a Glance:

• Requisition Number: 27053
• Level of Experience: Intern
• Required Travel: 0 – 10%
• Employment Type: Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt
• Anticipated Salary Range: $58,588.00 – $80,000.00
• Security Clearance: None required for application, but U.S. Citizenship is mandatory for facility and project access.
• Location: Onsite in Adelphi, Maryland.

Summary of the Opportunity:

HII Mission Technologies is actively seeking highly motivated undergraduate or graduate students to join our team as an Intern within the Warfare Systems business group. This exciting opportunity is designed for students pursuing degrees in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or Mathematics who are eager to make a tangible impact. Selected candidates will provide critical support for Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) studies and analyses for advanced Defense Systems.

Working alongside seasoned scientists and engineers, you will tackle real-world technical challenges that directly contribute to the U.S. Army’s mission. This position offers invaluable hands-on experience, supporting the U.S. Army Research Laboratory in Adelphi, Maryland.

What You Will Do (Key Responsibilities):

As an Intern, you will be deeply involved in cutting-edge defense technology. Your responsibilities will include:

• Research & Development: Participating in the research, design, development, and testing of advanced Radio Frequency (RF) systems.
• System Support: Contributing to the development of next-generation radar, spectrum sensing, and communications capabilities.
• Hands-On Testing: Conducting comprehensive testing and measurements of RF systems using industry-standard bench equipment, including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and vector network analyzers.
• Field Operations: Actively participating in field-experiments and crucial data collection events.
• Data Analysis: Applying sophisticated signal processing techniques to extract key features and insights from collected data.
• Visualization: Developing dynamic data visualizations for live, real-time data streams to support analysis and decision-making.

What We Are Looking For (Minimum Requirements):

To be successful in this role, you should possess:

• Academic Standing: High School Diploma or equivalent, *plus• active enrollment in a Bachelor’s degree program with more than 60% of the required credits completed.
• Citizenship: U.S. citizenship is mandatory to access government facilities and projects.
• Background: A strong foundational background in engineering, science, experimentation, or research.
• Programming Skills: Basic to intermediate proficiency in at least one programming language.
• GPA: A minimum 3.50 GPA in your major.

Preferred Requirements (Bonus Skills & Experience):

Candidates with the following skills and experiences will be highly valued:

• Familiarity with Radar, spectrum sensing, and communication systems.
• Knowledge of Digital Signal Processing, Fourier theory, and complex analysis.
• Practical lab experience using RF test equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, vector network analyzer, etc.).
• Experience with embedded system development (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi, FPGA).
• Proficiency with Software Defined Radio (e.g., Ettus, Adalm Pluto, RTL-SDR).
• Experience with Linux operating systems.
• Familiarity with AI/Machine Learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.

Physical Requirements:

Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

Why HII is Your Next Opportunity:

At HII, we’re not just building ships and defense technologies; we’re building futures. We offer a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits designed to support your well-being and career growth, including:

• Health & Wellness: Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision plan choices, wellness resources, and employee assistance programs.
• Financial Future: Savings Plan Options (401(k)), financial planning tools, and life insurance.
• Work-Life Balance: Employee discounts, paid holidays, and paid time off.
• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement and early childhood/post-secondary education scholarships.

Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role, will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of your application.

Join a diverse workforce that includes skilled tradespeople, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts, and business administration professionals. At HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment with valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage. Together, we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

Diversity & Inclusion:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.