Signal Processing Intern at Leidos in San Diego, CA

Signal Processing Intern Location: San Diego, CA Leidos tackles the most challenging national defense problems using advanced signal processing algorithms and data analytics. At our San Diego office, we have a dedicated and experienced team of Scientists and Engineers devoted to squeezing the last bit of information from every data set, and we are seeking a Signal Processing Intern. The Intern will have an interest in algorithm research, development, and implementation, and will also possesses a strong scientific curiosity and desire to learn new things. Primary Responsibilities: Work with a mentor to develop cutting edge signal processing and analysis algorithms for national defense. Work with a mentor to research cutting edge algorithms for radar noise reduction, detection, and characterization. Work with a mentor to conduct radar data analysis. Create efficient implementations in software and document results. Work collegially within a talented team of peers. Basic Qualifications: Currently a junior or senior in college working toward a bachelor’s degree in physics, engineering, mathematics, or related field. Demonstrated experience in MATLAB, Python, or similar high-level language. Interest in scientific algorithm development, large dataset analysis, radar detection and characterization, and efficient software implementation. Interested in innovation, problem solving, and achieving technical results. Strong analytical and mathematical skills. Ability and desire to learn new concepts. Ability to obtain a Top-Secret Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship required. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with data processing. Ability to document work. If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares. Original Posting: April 24, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.