Combat Vehicles Electrical Engineering Intern - Summer 2025

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Sterling Heights, MI
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49K-66K Annually
Aerospace • Hardware • Information Technology • Security • Software • Cybersecurity • Defense
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The Role

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. You'll 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 2025 (approx. April 2025 to August 2025). 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


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.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

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What We Do

Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services.

How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.

Why Work With Us

We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.

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