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What You’ll Do

This entry-level Systems Engineer role supports Advanced Airborne RF Sensors integration, verification, and test activities. Typical responsibilities include:

• Support planning and execution of integration, verification, and troubleshooting test activities in labs, field sites, or depot facilities
• Support qualification and performance verification of RF and airborne sensor products
• Troubleshoot hardware/electronics problems and perform failure data analysis, root-cause analysis, and corrective-action activities
• Use analysis tools (MATLAB, Python) to compile and analyze test data and prepare technical reports and briefings
• Operate common test equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, telemetry capture gear) and maintain engineering databases
• Implement minor hardware or software changes and maintain engineering specifications and drawings
• Coordinate technical solutions across engineering teams and participate in team and working-group meetings
• Support process implementation and documentation for engineering and test activities
• Occasional travel to test events (not expected to exceed ~20%)

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Qualifications (Required)

• Bachelor’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting electronics (academic projects, labs, or internships) and using commercial test equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc.)
• Experience with Microsoft Office and familiarity with MATLAB or Python for data analysis and automation
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required
• Note: This posting indicates a DoD Secret clearance requirement; candidates may be required to have or obtain an active clearance per role needs

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Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework, internship, or work experience in Radar or RF engineering
• Experience with telemetry data collection and real-time monitoring systems
• Familiarity with electrical schematics, interface control documents, and communications protocols
• Experience integrating software routines with hardware (C/C++/C# preferred)
• Experience with instrumentation and large data-set collection, including scripting/automation for data capture and analysis
• Prior internship, co-op, or related engineering work experience

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Role Details & Logistics

• Location: Onsite in North Texas (Fairview / McKinney / Plano area)
• Role type: Onsite; this requisition is for an intern role with potential conversion to full-time upon graduation
• Travel: Test support travel typically limited and not expected to exceed 20%
• Relocation: Relocation eligibility may apply
• Salary range (good-faith estimate): $57,200 – $108,800 USD per year (reflective of all experience levels; final offer considers role, experience, location, and skills)

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What We Offer

Confidential Client provides competitive benefits and a mission-driven engineering environment. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) match, paid time off, parental leave, and applicable incentive programs. Specific benefits depend on the business unit and employment status.

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Important Notes

• This position requires the ability to obtain and/or maintain a U.S. government security clearance. U.S. citizenship is required.
• Candidates may be asked to attend select interview steps in-person at an office location regardless of the role’s onsite/hybrid/remote designation.
• This posting is for a role supporting national defense and airborne RF systems; discretion and adherence to program rules will apply.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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