CareerPlan

2027 Low Observables Engineer Intern

Costa Mesa, CA (OC-00)Internship2026-10-19 → 2026-11-11
On-siteU.S. persons only (export control)

Core

Designing, analyzing, testing, and sustaining stealth features (Radar Cross Section and Infrared signatures) for unmanned air systems to ensure survivability in contested environments.

Role type

Intern Low Observables Engineer (Aerospace/Electrical/Mechanical)

Builds

Low Observable unmanned air systems and analysis tools/scripts

Domain

Defense / Aerospace / Electromagnetics / Stealth Technology

Required skills

Broadband RCS analysis, 3D CAD modeling, LO material modeling, manufacturing validation planning, measurement campaign execution, data reduction and interpretation

Preferred skills

Electromagnetics/RF coursework, scripting (MATLAB/Python/C++), 3D CAD (NX/CATIA/SolidWorks/Creo), electromagnetic simulation (HFSS/CST/FEKO/COMSOL), composite/additive manufacturing knowledge, RF measurement lab experience

Technologies

MATLAB, Python, C++, NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo, HFSS, CST, FEKO, COMSOL

Responsibilities

Run broadband RCS analysis on components and full air vehicles; Support design and development of LO unmanned air systems; Build and improve analysis tools, scripts, and validation workflows; Model LO materials and treatments; Support manufacturing and validation planning; Plan and execute RCS measurement campaigns in indoor chambers and outdoor ranges

Seniority

Intern