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Electrical Engineering Intern (2027 Summer Internship)

Northwood Space · Engineering

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Pay
$36
Where
Torrance, CA
Posted
Aug 29

Northwood is a modern space infrastructure company bringing the benefits of space to the masses through advanced communications technology. We are building a global network of phased array ground stations that enable real-time, reliable communication for satellite missions such as national security, global connectivity, and disaster response. With a vertically integrated approach, Northwood designs, builds, and rapidly deploys scalable systems that power the next generation of space missions. If you like solving complex challenges and seeing your work deployed around the world with real impact, Northwood is the place to do it.

Role:

Northwood is looking for an Electrical Engineering Intern during Summer 2027 to support the development of high-speed printed circuit boards (PCBs) for our digital backend.

What you'd do

  • Assist in the design of PCBs for high-speed digital communication systems, including RF and mixed-signal components
  • Support the layout and setup of FPGAs, microcontrollers, and related peripherals
  • Collaborate with RF, antenna, and DSP/FPGA engineers to enhance system performance and design
  • Contribute to schematic design and layout, as well as board bring-up and validation
  • Work alongside suppliers to help optimize component selection for performance and cost
  • Test prototypes and evaluate performance both in the lab and in real-world environments
  • Participate in analyzing system performance to guide future improvements

What they want

  • Working toward a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • Coursework or projects related to PCB design, digital communication systems, or high-speed data transfer
  • Familiarity with PCB design tools (e.g., Altium, Cadence) and understanding of PCB layout
  • Interest in learning about low-noise design and EMI/EMC reduction techniques
  • Basic understanding of PCB materials, signal integrity, and high-speed communication interfaces
  • Skills in soldering and PCB rework are a plus
  • Basic programming skills in C, C++, or Python are a plus
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Eagerness to work in a fast-paced startup environment and to learn from experienced engineers