The Leonardo DRS Land Systems business is a recognized leader in the design and integration of complex technologies into new and legacy systems and platforms for global military and commercial customers. We are a 4 year running Top Workplace in the Greater St. Louis area.

Job Summary

Leonardo DRS Land Systems is seeking an Embedded Software Engineer Intern for Summer 2025 to help our Software Engineering (SW) team meet the technical performance requirements on complex system development programs. This position will be working on a variety of programs and writing (C,C++,C#, Java and Python) software that runs on the hardware we develop. The position will also execute an interdisciplinary process to ensure that the customer and stakeholder needs and requirements are satisfied in a high quality, trustworthy, cost efficient, and schedule compliant manner. The purpose of the internship is to provide meaningful professional hands-on experience to students with proven academic performance and leadership potential. Students will also get to utilize our companies flexible work schedule.

Job Responsibilities

Work under the direction of the Software Engineering Manager, Software Engineering Technical Director, and Lead Software Engineers on various Software Engineering activities
May code using C/C++/C#/Java to complete coding assignments
Source code management of new and/or modified code
May use MATLAB and/or Simulink software in the performance of assignments
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 the Company and also learn new things
Conduct limited scope testing under the supervision of engineers
Complete assigned tasks on time
Gather and assemble data for engineers
May be required to help in research in a particular field
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
Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED, and working on their Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or equivalent
Must have good interpersonal skills
Excellent analytical and communication skills, written and oral

Desired Knowledge:

Basic knowledge and familiarity with: C, C++, C#, Java, Python, git
Knowledge of Windows, Linux, or a real time operating system
Proficient use of Microsoft Office products

U.S. Citizenship required.

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 and affiliates are equal opportunity employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #LSY

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