R&D Intern - Wireless Systems Engineer - 2026

Role, Responsibilities, And Learning Outcomes

• Algorithm and protocol design and parameterization for wireless systems projects.
• Simulate and evaluate communication systems and signal-processing algorithms.
• Hands-on work with Silvus radio products and Research & Development prototypes.
• System testing and characterization, to include: Lab equipment for signal generation, channel emulation, spectrum analysis, etc.
• Custom test utilities and data capture/analysis scripts.
• Field test planning and execution.
• Participate in the generation of technical documentation and presentations.

Required Qualifications

• In-progress Bachelor's degree or in-progress Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related technical field.
• Basic understanding of digital signal processing.
• Exposure to Linear Algebra (Eigenvectors).
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to clients under U.S. government contracts.
• All employment is contingent upon the successful clearance of a background check and drug testing.

Preferred Knowledge Skills And Abilities

• MATLAB coding experience.
• Understanding of Statistics and Probability applied to communication signal processing.
• Understanding of Physical Layer Signal Processing including optimal detection.
• Familiarity with OFDM and MIMO systems.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Office environment.
• Outdoor environment for demos.
• Occasional exposure to heat, cold, and allergens while performing tests or demonstrations in the field.
• Lift equipment up to 20 lbs. for the set-up of demonstrations and testing.
• Perform bending and reaching movements to place items on lower and higher shelves.
• Kneel or squat to access lower shelves.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. when receiving incoming part shipments.
• Walking/Moving in the labs.