Intern-Software Application Engineer-Aerospace And Defense G

Keysight - Loveland, CO

Full-time - Intern

Loveland, CO

10,001+ employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Software Application Engineer Intern position at Keysight is an onsite internship for the summer of 2025, based in Loveland, Colorado. The intern will work within the Aerospace & Defense Custom Solutions Group, collaborating with firmware and system engineers to develop software and firmware solutions for an RF Switch Matrix, which is essential for signal conditioning and routing in complex wireless and aerospace test systems. This role emphasizes teamwork, technical skills, and effective communication to address customer challenges and deliver innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Developing the software and firmware portion of the solution using a broad array of tools.
• Working with customers to understand their problems.
• Mapping out the requirements for the solution.
• Architecting the solution based on customer needs.
• Helping to develop the solution and deliver it to the customer.
• Training the customer on the operation of the solution.
• Providing support to keep the solution operational.

Requirements

• Must be matriculated in a program for BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
• Completion of all coursework of Junior year in relevant engineering disciplines with a projected graduation date in late 2025 or mid 2026.
• Minimum GPA of 3.5 in core engineering courses.
• Demonstrated technical skills and aptitude through work experience or applicable technical internship.
• Software development experience in C++/C#.
• Knowledge of software architecture, embedded Linux OS, and software drivers to control various hardware busses.
• Strong understanding of firmware, RF, and radar solutions.
• Effective presentation and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience and/or interest in the Aerospace Defense industry.
• Familiarity with S-Parameter measurements using Keysight's PNA/VNA instruments.
• Familiarity with Atlassian development tools: Confluence, Jira, and BitBucket.