Combat Vehicles Electrical Engineering Intern - Summer 2026

Job Description:

Job Description
How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that’s exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. Youll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth as you enjoy a special camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems.

As an intern you will participate in our nationwide Internship & Co-Op Program, LEAP, where you will have the opportunity to Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. You will also have access to additional benefits such as, networking with BAE Systems employees and other students, participating in exciting real world projects, joining exclusive informational sessions with senior leaders, and expanding mentorship opportunities and career development.

BAE Systems is tasked with designing and implementing new product and technology to Combat Mission Systems (CMS) program. In this position, you will be supporting the Combat Mission Systems (CMS) Business at our Sterling Heights, MI facility. Relocation will not be offered, and housing is not provided.

As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will work closely with electrical engineering staff or electrical designers to support one or more aspects of the Combat Vehicle design/build process, which may include:

Generating or updating engineering drawings, specifications, or other related documentation
Performing checkout or verification activities on prototype or production hardware
Performing research for engineering trade studies
Identifying alternate parts due to production issues or obsolescence
Assisting with administrative tasks associated with the engineering drawing release process
Developing engineering data analysis tools (such as databases, spreadsheets, etc.) to assist with design related tasks.

Electrical Engineer Interns who support Combat Vehicle Programs at BAE Systems will typically be assigned to support areas and components within Electrical Engineering such as: electrical power generation, distribution, and storage, cabling, C4ISR (Command, Control, Computer, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance), vehicle displays, vehicle databusses (CANBus, Ethernet), transducers or other sensors, actuators or motors, or lighting.

We try to provide each Engineering intern with an opportunity to gain some hands-on experience with a combat vehicle.

Internship is for the summer of 2026 (approx. April 2026 to August 2026). This job is posted for all candidates for a full-time assignment (40 hours / week).

As an Electrical Engineering intern, it is expected that you will:

Supporting design or provide engineering support to production for armored combat vehicles such as, Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV), Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV), Bradley Fighting Vehicle (BFV), M88A2/M88A3 Recovery Vehicle, M109A7/M992A3 PIM Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH), or another BAE Systems P&S Combat Vehicles program.
Complete work assignments in a thorough, consistent and punctual manner
Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures, and rules governing professional staff behavior.
Adhere to company and professional ethics governing the handling of confidential information and the observation of confidentiality
Maintain professional relationships with company employees, clients and customers, both internal and external

Job Requirements:

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Currently enrolled in an accredited college/university pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field
Good oral and written communication skills
Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with others
Good organizational, planning and follow-up skills
Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Completed a minimum of two years of college
Interested in a career in the defense industry
Experience with EE lab equipment (Oscilloscopes, power supplies, multi-meters, power analyzers, etc...)
Interests in working with multidisciplinary team

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $48620 - $65670

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.

Job Ident #: 116087BR

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs

BAE Systems is a premier global defense and security company with approximately 100,000 employees delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions...

Benefits:
Competitive

Supported Manufacturers:
Various

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Job Info

Location

Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States

Type

Permanent

Company Details

BAE Systems

1601 Research Blvd
Rockville, Maryland 20850 USA
www.baesystems.jobs