Intern – Embedded Engineer

You, and possibly other interns, will be paired up with a senior engineer at FIRST RF to engage in development of communication systems, radar systems, conformal antennas, space and navigation RF systems, and/or millimeter-wave RF systems. This development may involve any cycle of a product – from beginning concept to test and production. You will work as a key member within projects to accomplish tangible goals that will expand your professional experience, and your technical skill set in an aerospace environment. These positions are designed for self-starting individuals that enjoy challenges.

A fast-paced cross-disciplinary environment that requires excellent communication skills and a strong desire to take an active role in a team

Mentors and peers who you can seek out to tackle problems cooperatively

Team members who will challenge you – and an expectation that you will challenge them

Work given to you in areas you have never studied or experienced; we need you to be open and eager to develop skills in new areas

A workplace where you will always have the tools you need to get the job done

To get your hands dirty working with team in the design, fabrication and testing of our products

Must have U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance

Must reside in Colorado throughout the duration of the internship

Must be working on a degree in Electrical Engineering (MS/PHD a plus)

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to peers, management, and customers

A desire to find, explore, and solve new and challenging problems

Comfortable in a lab environment

A resiliency to fail fast and often

Located in or near Boulder, Colorado

Experience with design, fabrication, and testing of technology

Hands-on design or fabrication experience

Programming Experience Python Embedded C/C++ RTOS or Embedded Linux

Python

Embedded C/C++

RTOS or Embedded Linux

Hardware Experience Schematic Capture & Layout Simulation: SPICE, HFSS, etc. Test equipment: multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, vector network analyzer, logic analyzer

Schematic Capture & Layout

Simulation: SPICE, HFSS, etc.

Test equipment: multimeter, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, vector network analyzer, logic analyzer

This is a summer college intern position where the individual is expected to work 40 hours per week. Typical office hours include Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, however these hours can be flexible. Hybrid or virtual work arrangements are not allowed for this position.

No travel is expected for this position.

Wh ile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. The employee will also regularly be seated at a desk and using a computer. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FIRST RF is a fast-growing, multi-discipline, privately owned small business focused on engineering and manufacturing of advanced technologies - specifically in antennas and radio frequency (RF) systems. We are an energetic team empowered with world-class facilities and resources. We promote a culture which prioritizes innovation and responsiveness. By making bold investments in the development of groundbreaking technologies, FIRST RF has fielded award-winning products ranging from revolutionary passive antennas to highly complex, active antenna systems.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, and termination. The Company prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex (including same sex); sexual orientation; gender identity; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability or handicap; citizenship status; service member status; or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. We support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.