Electrical Engineer Intern (Summer 2025)

Northwood is on a mission to transform connectivity between earth and space and bring the benefits of space to the masses through innovations in space communications technologies.
El Segundo, CA 90245, USA
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Description For Electrical Engineer Intern (Summer 2025)

Northwood is looking for an Electrical Engineering Intern during Summer 2025 to support the development of high-speed printed circuit boards (PCBs) for our digital backend. This backend enables our antenna system to meet high-rate processing needs across a variety of deployment environments. As part of our hardware team, you'll contribute to projects that prioritize reliability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness in engineering. In this role, you'll work on various aspects of high-speed PCB design, from concept through prototyping and testing.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the design of PCBs for high-speed digital communication systems, including RF and mixed-signal components
  • Support the layout and setup of FPGAs, microcontrollers, and related peripherals
  • Collaborate with RF, antenna, and DSP/FPGA engineers to enhance system performance and design
  • Contribute to schematic design and layout, as well as board bring-up and validation
  • Work alongside suppliers to help optimize component selection for performance and cost
  • Test prototypes and evaluate performance both in the lab and in real-world environments
  • Participate in analyzing system performance to guide future improvements

Qualifications:

  • Working toward a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • Coursework or projects related to PCB design, digital communication systems, or high-speed data transfer
  • Familiarity with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence) and understanding of PCB layout
  • Interest in learning about low-noise design and EMI/EMC reduction techniques
  • Basic understanding of PCB materials, signal integrity, and high-speed communication interfaces
  • Skills in soldering and PCB rework are a plus
  • Basic programming skills in C, C++, or Python are a plus
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Eagerness to work in a fast-paced startup environment and to learn from experienced engineers

Additional Information: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.

Northwood Space is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Northwood Space is governed based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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Responsibilities For Electrical Engineer Intern (Summer 2025)

  • Assist in PCB design for high-speed digital communication systems
  • Support FPGA and microcontroller layout and setup
  • Collaborate with RF, antenna, and DSP/FPGA engineers
  • Contribute to schematic design and layout
  • Work with suppliers on component selection
  • Test prototypes in lab and real-world environments
  • Analyze system performance for improvements

Requirements For Electrical Engineer Intern (Summer 2025)

Python
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Coursework in PCB design and digital communication systems
  • Familiarity with PCB design tools
  • Understanding of PCB layout
  • Interest in low-noise design and EMI/EMC reduction
  • Basic understanding of PCB materials and signal integrity
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

Benefits For Electrical Engineer Intern (Summer 2025)

Equity
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
  • Equity
  • Health care
  • Unlimited vacation
  • Retirement savings
  • Professional development

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