Our Engineers and Designers are the lifeblood of our company and we’re more than 5,000 strong. With our robust offering of educational and career development opportunities, your chances to grow are limitless.
The Role: In this role, you will
Design simple printed circuit board layouts with digital, analog, RF, power circuits and interconnect applications
Place and route components ensuring all electrical and physical specifications meet the specific design requirements for each PCB design
Participate in design reviews, interface with electrical, mechanical, manufacturing and process engineers to design prototype and production quality printed circuit boards in accordance with BAE Systems’ standards and procedures
Create fabrication and assembly drawings, parts lists and incorporate changes to existing design documentation
Generate all output files required for the manufacture of boards and assemblies
Create and update schematics
Create PCB layouts using Zuken CR-5000 or Cadence Allegro
Perform Change Orders as required
Perform other related duties as assigned
The internship is expected to run from December 2026 through May 2027.
In this position, you will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Must be pursuing a technical degree
Must be able to work within a broader program team, capable of communicating across functional boundaries
Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment
Must be able to effectively communicate in a professional manner and produce detailed, clear and concise technical documentation
Must be capable of obtaining a U.S. DoD Secret security clearance
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Pursuing a 2-year technical degree such as Electrical Engineering Technology
Familiarity with comprehensive design process including conceptual development, physical design, support to procurement and manufacturing
Experience creating and modifying parts, assemblies and drawings
Experience with 3D tool(s) with ambition to learn
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $39292 - $53055
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
