Research Engineering Intern

Job Description
FAST Labs™ is a world-class research organization. Our vision, We secure the future through fearless innovation®, fuels our curiosity and propels our technical teams to take on ‘never been done before’ challenges. FAST Labs defines the next generation of technology across BAE Systems’ Aerospace & Mission Systems (AMS) segment. FAST Labs is seeking interns currently enrolled in undergraduate or graduate programs to support our Research and Development (R&D) programs across multiple Technical Areas. These Tech Areas develop novel technologies ranging from the next generation of new RF/cyber algorithms to demonstration of advanced EW capabilities in integrated systems at government ranges.

Roles and Responsibilities may include:

• Support research focused teams in the design, test, or analysis of capabilities in RF, algorithms, signal processing, artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML), or reverse engineering/vulnerability detection/exploitation.
• Contribute to modeling, simulation, and analysis tasks that help validate prototype performance.
• Collect and analyze data; produce plots, summaries, or insights for the team.
• Develop or modify small scripts or tools (often in MATLAB or Python) to automate data processing or simulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrate curiosity and initiative while staying aligned with mentor guidance.

In addition to your technical assignment, you will participate in BAE Systems' nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program.

This internship will be located onsite in Merrimack NH.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Must be currently enrolled in a graduate program for Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Math, or a related field.
• Strong interpersonal and written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated self-motivation and ability to work independently.
• Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner.
• Must be eligible for a US DoD security clearance

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Knowledge of RF technologies, algorithms, signal processing, artificial intelligence/machine learning, reverse engineering/vulnerability detection/exploitation, performance and data analysis