Anduril Industries→
Electrical Engineering Intern at Anduril Industries in Costa Mesa, CA
InternshipOn-siteFull-timeCosta Mesa, CA$62k–$83k/yr
Skills
pcb designfirmware developmentembedded linuxc/c++ programmingtest equipment usagesoftware development toolscommunication skillsorganizational skillsteam collaborationproblem-solving
Job Description
Summary: Anduril Industries is a defense technology company focused on transforming military capabilities with advanced technology. They are seeking Electrical Engineering Interns for Summer 2026 to design electronics, troubleshoot issues, and develop firmware while collaborating with various engineering teams.
Responsibilities:
- Design electronics from concept to functional prototype, including hardware selection, PCB design, and system level integration
- Troubleshoot issues that span the electrical and software boundaries, with solid skills using both lab equipment (Oscilloscopes, DMM, etc.) and software debugging tools
- Develop low-level firmware/software for microcontrollers, embedded Linux systems, and supporting development & testing tools
- Work closely with other electrical, mechanical, software, firmware, and test engineers to deliver fully functional products
- Work in a fast-paced environment supporting new developments, active deployments, and customer operated hardware
- Concurrently manage involvement in multiple projects at various stages
Required Qualifications:
- Perusing Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
- Must be a rising senior at the time of their internship and returning to school at the end of their internship to continue their academic studies for at least one quarter/semester
- U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export controlled data
- Ability to complete an in-person 12-week internship in one of our offices
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, debuggers, current-probes, and automation of tests
- Familiarity with software development processes and tools such as git, Github, JIRA, etc
- Familiarity with standard interfaces such as Ethernet, CAN, I2C, SPI, PCIe, USB, etc
- Familiarity with embedded Linux development, including device trees, hardware drivers, bootloaders, and basic Unix/Linux tools
- Exceptional organization and communication skills (both written and oral)
- Experience with Altium Designer or equivalent electronic design automation tools
- Proficiency with C/C++ and common languages (Python, Rust, Haskell, etc.)
Required Skills: PCB design, Firmware development, Embedded Linux
Important Skills: C/C++ programming, Test equipment usage, Software development tools
Nice-to-Have Skills: Communication skills, Organizational skills, Team collaboration, Problem-solving
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you., We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents., We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents., Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees., Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December., Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs., Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting., Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching., Annual reimbursement for professional development, Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region., Available depending on role eligibility.
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans at little to no cost to you.
We cover full cost of medical insurance premiums for you and your dependents.
We offer an annual contribution toward your private health insurance for you and your dependents.
Anduril covers life and disability insurance for all employees.
Highly competitive PTO plans with a holiday hiatus in December.
Caregiver & Wellness Leave is available to care for family members, bond with a new baby, or address your own medical needs.
Coverage for fertility treatments (e.g., IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carriers, along with resources to support you and your partner from planning to parenting.
Access free mental health resources 24/7, including therapy and life coaching.
Annual reimbursement for professional development
Company-funded commuter benefits based on your region.
Available depending on role eligibility.