Highlights
The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Melbourne, FL |
| Industry | Aerospace and Defense |
| Company Size | 5,000 to 9,999 employees |
| Website | http://www.drs.com/ |
Description
Job ID: 115459
The Leonardo DRS Land Electronics business provides C4I Network computing and integrated situational awareness, as well as state-of-the-art embedded diagnostics, vehicle power management and combat vehicle integration products and services.
- Business Unit: Land Electronics
Location: Melbourne, FL
Career Functional Area: Engineering
Telework Type: Onsite
Relocation Available: N/A
Type: Intern
Schedule: 9/80
Shift: 1st shift
Our Mission
At Leonardo DRS Land Electronics, we build rugged, cutting-edge electronic systems that keep our warfighters connected, protected, and dominant on every battlefield. From advanced vehicle electronics and power management to tactical communications and sensor integration, our gear is engineered for the harshest environments - and the highest stakes. We move fast, innovate relentlessly, and deliver solutions that turn technology into tactical advantage. Join us and own the edge where innovation meets mission.
Job Summary
Electrical Engineer Internship: Power Up Your Future!
Ready to kick-start your career? Join the World of Advanced Tactical Systems! We invite you to apply as a Summer 2026 Intern with DRS Land Electronics in Melbourne, FL. Work at the core of innovation for compute and display systems in military vehicles, contributing to advanced defense technology.
Job Responsibilities
As a Leonardo DRS Electrical Engineer Intern, you will:
- Contribute Meaningfully: Assist in the design, development, analysis, and testing of electronic products and systems. Work with experienced engineers who will support your development.
- Work with Modern Technology: Gain practical experience with industry-leading computer-aided engineering (CAE) software. See your designs come to life.
- Learn About Components: Understand electronic components, subsystems, and services. Learn how to select and evaluate components for critical projects.
- Engage in Circuit Design: Participate in creating schematics, conducting circuit analysis, and engaging in trade studies to expand your circuit design skills.
- Apply Your Knowledge: Integrate academic learning into real-world applications, contributing to our configuration management systems and project execution.
- Collaborate with Experts: Join peers and leaders in design and project reviews, helping develop pioneering technology.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or master's program in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
- At least two years of academic experience with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Ability to work effectively independently and in a team.
- Strong, pro-active problem-solving skills.
- Ability to support a 40 hour per week, onsite schedule, 5/17-8/6/27.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with schematics, PCBs and design.
- Familiarity with Simulation and Analysis tools.
- Familiarity with Troubleshooting and EE lab techniques.
- Experience with circuit analysis in digital, analog, and/or power domains.
- Understanding of technical drawings and manufacturing processes.
- Proficiency in MS Office 365.
Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.
- Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #LEL
Our Vision. To be the leading mid-tier defense technology company in the U.S.
Our Values. The Leonardo DRS culture is defined by our Core Values and Principles:
- Integrity
- Agility
- Excellence
- Customer Focus
- Community & Respect
- Innovation
We strive to uphold them in all aspects of our business practices to inspire our employees and provide outstanding support for our customers.
Nearest Major Market: Melbourne
About Company
DRS Technologies, headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, U.S.A., is a leading supplier of integrated products, services and support to military forces, intelligence agencies and prime contractors worldwide. Focused on defense technology, the Company develops, manufactures and supports a broad range of systems for mission critical and military sustainment requirements, as well as homeland security.
The Company has been recognized as one of the fastest growing defense technology companies in the world and holds leading market positions in thermal imaging devices, combat display workstations, electronic sensor systems, power systems, rugged computer systems, air combat training systems, mission recorders, deployable flight incident recorders, environmental control systems, telecommunication systems, aircraft loaders, military trailers and shelters, and integrated logistics and support services.
DRS's broad range of mission critical systems and sustainment solutions uniquely position the Company to support the ongoing superiority of the military's Current Force, as well as the modernization and emerging transformation initiatives of the Future Force.
DRS responds to the needs of U.S. and allied military forces, as they engage in day-to-day expeditionary activities, by providing high-tech products and systems that improve the capabilities of many key platforms. The Company also provides a range of military support systems and services. DRS's products are deployed on a wide range of high-profile military platforms and on several platforms for non-military applications.
Our sustainment products, such as environmental control systems, power generators, water and fuel distribution systems, chemical/biological decontamination systems and heavy equipment transport systems, are used to support military forces, humanitarian efforts and peacekeeping. We also provide security and asset protection systems and services, telecommunication and information technology services, training and logistics support services for all branches of the U.S. armed forces and certain international militaries, homeland security forces, and select government and intelligence agencies.
DRS strives to provide quality products and services and stand behind them, to invest in research and development and new market opportunities, and to leverage existing core defense programs and business areas.
The Company has been recognized as one of the fastest growing defense technology companies in the world and holds leading market positions in thermal imaging devices, combat display workstations, electronic sensor systems, power systems, rugged computer systems, air combat training systems, mission recorders, deployable flight incident recorders, environmental control systems, telecommunication systems, aircraft loaders, military trailers and shelters, and integrated logistics and support services.
DRS's broad range of mission critical systems and sustainment solutions uniquely position the Company to support the ongoing superiority of the military's Current Force, as well as the modernization and emerging transformation initiatives of the Future Force.
DRS responds to the needs of U.S. and allied military forces, as they engage in day-to-day expeditionary activities, by providing high-tech products and systems that improve the capabilities of many key platforms. The Company also provides a range of military support systems and services. DRS's products are deployed on a wide range of high-profile military platforms and on several platforms for non-military applications.
Our sustainment products, such as environmental control systems, power generators, water and fuel distribution systems, chemical/biological decontamination systems and heavy equipment transport systems, are used to support military forces, humanitarian efforts and peacekeeping. We also provide security and asset protection systems and services, telecommunication and information technology services, training and logistics support services for all branches of the U.S. armed forces and certain international militaries, homeland security forces, and select government and intelligence agencies.
DRS strives to provide quality products and services and stand behind them, to invest in research and development and new market opportunities, and to leverage existing core defense programs and business areas.
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