RF Engineering Intern (2027 Summer Internship)

Responsibilities:

• Support the design and development of new RF hardware, as well as improvements to existing designs for enhanced performance and reliability
• Assist in the fabrication and characterization of prototypes for antennas, feeds, and active RF circuits
• Work closely with hardware and software engineers to test and troubleshoot integrated RF performance
• Provide technical support to colleagues in regulatory and site operations
• Minimum Qualifications:
• Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Basic knowledge of transmission line theory and use of the smith chart
• Experience in Python or another language for data analysis
• 1+ year experience in antenna, RF, or electrical design, fabrication, and test including lab work and university projects
• Preferred Skills and Experience:
• Experience with PCB design in a tool such as Altium
• Experience working closely with mechanical and manufacturing engineers in translating analyzed design to machinable components
• Familiarity with RF test equipment, such as network analyzers and spectrum analyzers, including how they work
• Experience analyzing antenna systems in the lab (s-parameters, isolation, radiation patterns, propagation effects, etc)
• Familiarity with 3D EM simulation tools such as CST, HFSS, ADS, FEKO, Microwave Office, etc.
• Additional Information:
• If you need a reasonable accommodation as part of your application for employment or interviews with us, please let us know.
• 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 on the basis of 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.