Computer / Electrical Engineering Intern

Description

Primary Responsibilities

In our Albuquerque NM office, we are looking to design and perform a variety of experiments for an applied Research and Development support contract. You will get to work alongside a multi-disciplinary team, in collaboration with Government researchers doing fun experiments primarily in a laboratory with some field testing. You will be at the forefront of new and defining research into the basics of laser and laser systems development

Experience with detectors, cameras, calibration equipment and diagnostic equipment is required for test equipment for a variety of electro / mechanical-optical experiments. Understanding of electrical systems and interaction with optical systems.

Design, build, align and calibrate custom testbeds and test equipment.

Design, build and test instrument control and data acquisition hardware.

Modify and develop data acquisition tools using software such as LabVIEW.

Modify and develop data reduction and analysis tools using software such as MATLAB or EXCEL.

Ability to understand different programing techniques for image processing.

The ideal candidate will work independently as well as with a team, learn new skills quickly, demonstrate excellent communication and problem-solving skills, be organized, detail-oriented, careful, flexible, and self-motivated with a can-do attitude.

Basic Qualifications

Enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program at the Junior / Senior level electro-optics, physics, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, systems engineering, computer science or mathematics with some prior relevant experience.

Must be able to obtain Secret security clearance.

US Citizenship Requirements

Experience with the following : operating mechanical-electro-optical equipment such as, sources, detectors, sensors, lasers, and characterization equipment; collecting, analyzing, interpreting data, writing test plans, documenting test results and generating reports; performing computer-based data acquisition and analysis.

Experience with lasers, sources, optics, electro-optics, detectors, cameras, calibration equipment and diagnostic equipment is required.

Good computer skills using Windows are required, with proficiency in Word, Excel, and Power point.

Must have strong mechanical skills and also possess excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with MATLAB, LabVIEW, ZEMAX, Solid-works, Linux and Microsoft operating systems

Experience is desired in Air Force Research Laboratory laser design, build, alignment, and calibration; data acquisition development; and test planning, data collection and test reporting.

Original Posting : May 9, 2025

For U.S. Positions : While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range :

Pay Range $46,800.00 - $84,600.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.