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Job ID: 115612 Location: Dallas TX Schedule: 12 - 14 week internship on 9/80 The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance. Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest. Job Summary Collaborate with and learn from experienced Electrical Engineers in our Electro-Optical & Infrared Systems line of business. Our Summer Internship Program offers a full-time, paid opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working in a culture defined by friendliness and teamwork at DRS. What sets us apart? Our engineers enjoy dynamic work environments where they’re not confined to a single task. As an intern, you’ll have the chance to engage in projects from start to finish, with plenty of opportunities for exploration and growth along the way. Come discover what makes DRS different and take the next step in your engineering journey! Job Responsibilities • Work closely with and assist engineers in the conduct of various engineering assignments • Carry out basic work instructions that will help in understanding the fundamentals of our company • Conduct limited scope testing under the supervision of engineers • Conduct design analysis and/or calculations under the supervision of engineers • Assist engineers with appropriate design details • Must have good interpersonal skills and have the ability to build a good network • Perform a wide variety of tasks to gain familiarity with the engineering staff, methods, programs and practices • Knowledge and experience using CAD (CREO) preferred • Other duties as assigned • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization Qualifications • Currently enrolled in a 4 years degree program or 2 years Masters program in Mechanical Engineering • Enrolled at time of application as a Junior or Senior with at least a minimum 3.0 GPA • Proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft Word) • Must have good interpersonal skills and have the ability to build a good network • Must be diligent, hardworking, and quick study U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment. Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. *Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Job ID: 115612
Location: Dallas TX
Schedule: 12 - 14 week internship on 9/80
Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.
Come discover what makes DRS different and take the next step in your engineering journey!
Work closely with and assist engineers in the conduct of various engineering assignments
Carry out basic work instructions that will help in understanding the fundamentals of our company
Conduct limited scope testing under the supervision of engineers
Conduct design analysis and/or calculations under the supervision of engineers
Assist engineers with appropriate design details
Must have good interpersonal skills and have the ability to build a good network
Perform a wide variety of tasks to gain familiarity with the engineering staff, methods, programs and practices
Other duties as assigned
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Currently enrolled in a 4 years degree program or 2 years Masters program in Mechanical Engineering
Enrolled at time of application as a Junior or Senior with at least a minimum 3.0 GPA
Proficient in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft Word)
Must have good interpersonal skills and have the ability to build a good network
Must be diligent, hardworking, and quick study
U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.
Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

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Knowledge and experience using CAD (CREO) preferred

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