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Duties & Responsibilities
We are seeking a Hardware Development Engineering Intern to join our team in Lenexa. You will work alongside experienced engineers on next-generation avionics test equipment and radio test equipment. You will get hands-on experience with the full hardware design cycle, from component selection and schematic capture to board bring-up, testing, and documentation.
What you'll do
Support the design and development of digital hardware systems that include embedded processors, CPLDs, FPGAs, audio, switching power supplies, ADCs, DACs, and peripheral products
Learn about designs that use high-speed interfaces such as DDR3/4, PCIe, USB, and SerDes
Assist with schematic capture and PCB design using ECAD tools such as Cadence, Mentor Graphics, or Altium
Use general test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers) to test and debug circuits
Help design test boards and fixtures for board bring-up and PCBA testing
Research components and help select parts that meet design requirements
Test designed circuits and document the results
Help investigate technical issues, identify root causes, and suggest corrective actions
Contribute to design documentation, including schematics, theory of operation, and troubleshooting guides
Attend design reviews and share observations and ideas for improvement
Work with your mentor to set goals and complete a project within the internship timeline
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Pre-Requisites / Skills / Experience Requirements
Required
Currently pursuing a BSEE, computer engineering, or related degree (junior, senior, or graduate student preferred)
Foundational knowledge of digital and analog circuit design
Basic experience with lab equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes, from coursework, labs, or personal projects
Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn
US Citizenship or Permanent Resident status (U.S. Person status per ITAR regulations)
Preferred
Exposure to ECAD or EDA tools such as Altium, Cadence, or Mentor Graphics
Coursework or project experience with FPGAs, microcontrollers, or embedded systems
Familiarity with high-speed interfaces (DDR, PCIe, USB) or power supply design
Interest in avionics, communications, or test equipment design
Prior lab, co-op, or hands-on project experience
What you'll gain
Mentorship from senior hardware engineers
Real-world experience on products used in avionics and radio testing
Exposure to the complete product development lifecycle
If you have what it takes to push boundaries and seize opportunities, apply to join our team today.
VIAVI Solutions is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer – minorities/females/veterans/persons with disabilities.
