Engineering Intern - Systems Engineering,… at Leidos · Remote

Summary: Leidos is a leading company providing IT support for internal and external customers, and they are seeking a motivated Engineering Intern to join their Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) team. The intern will assist in developing and deploying a Test Automation platform, gaining hands-on experience in SEIT processes and modern test automation strategies. Responsibilities: - Assist with configuring and implementing automated test capabilities - Supporting integration and test activities - Develop clear, user-focused documentation for Systems and Test Engineers - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on simulation, modeling, and decision support tools - Document findings, write test code, and iterate based on feedback and research outcomes Required Qualifications: - A solid foundation in Systems Engineering principles and Test Engineering concepts, with an understanding of requirements development / decomposition, integration planning, and system-level and user acceptance test processes - Familiarity with SEIT activities across the system lifecycle is highly desired - Awareness of widely used AI tools—such as Claude, Gemini, Copilot, and ChatGPT—and their practical application in engineering workflows is also important - Actively enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program - U.S. citizenship - Strong interest in or exposure to SEIT automation - Strong written communication skills are essential, as the intern will create end-user guides, process documentation, and technical references Preferred Qualifications: - Coursework, projects, or hands-on experience in areas such as: Ability to define, collect, and analyze metrics to demonstrate Return on Investment (ROI) - Experience or coursework in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) (Cameo) - Understanding of the risks, limitations, and governance considerations of AI-driven automation in enterprise environments - Interest in AI safety, bias mitigation, or explainability - Creative problem-solving skills and eagerness to work on exploratory, research-driven efforts Required Skills: Systems Engineering principles, Test Engineering concepts Important Skills: AI tools awareness, Model-Based Systems Engineering