Embedded Design Engineering Intern – Firmware at Leidos · Huntsville

Summary: Leidos Defense Systems is seeking a talented Embedded Design Engineering Intern to join a diverse team to create unique solutions for complex problems. The selected candidate will have an opportunity to experience and learn about all phases of the product life cycle from concept development to post-delivery support. Responsibilities: - Designing embedded software and firmware - Performing HDL simulations and software unit tests - Hands-on laboratory testing with instrumentation, test equipment, and debug/test methods - Performing in a collaborative engineering environment working closely with multi-disciplinary teams - Working with platforms such as FPGAs, microcontrollers, microprocessors, and mixed signal designs Required Qualifications: - Currently enrolled in an accredited college / university and currently working towards a degree in Computer Engineering or a related field - Experience with C, C++, or Rust embedded software programming through course work, lab projects, and previous internships - Demonstrates problem solving, teamwork, and communication skills - Holds a GPA of 3.0 or higher - Includes resume and unofficial transcripts in application - Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance Preferred Qualifications: - Utilizing modern Xilinx FPGA and SoC families and design tools (RFSoC, Xilinx IP Cores, AXI4, AXI-Stream) - Basic knowledge of FPGA/Firmware languages (VHDL, Verilog, SystemVerilog, assembly, Rust) - Experience with simulation and test frameworks - RISC microprocessors architectures (ARM Cortex, Microblaze, PowerPC, RISC-V) - Memory architectures, types, and caching - GNU/Linux and developing kernel drivers - Communication protocols such as: UART, Ethernet, SPI, I2C, CAN bus, etc - Embedded operating systems (Linux, VxWorks, Integrity, FreeRTOS, Zephyr, uC/OS-II) - Electronics and PCBA design - Leading design teams including technical leadership, budgeting, and scheduling Required Skills: C, C++, Embedded software programming Important Skills: FPGA design tools, VHDL, Verilog, RISC microprocessors, GNU/Linux, Communication protocols, Embedded operating systems, Electronics design Nice-to-Have Skills: Problem solving, Teamwork, Communication skills