Pacific Defense Internship Opportunities - USC
Welcome students and soon-to-be graduates! Thank you for your interest in Pacific Defense! Please find additional information about the company as well as details on how to apply below.
About Us
Pacific Defense is designed to support the DoD’s disciplined movement to modular open standards and to mirror the way military services address EMS warfare – holistic mission planning and execution. The company’s approach inherently enables what it refers to as a rapid prototyping paradigm – embedding a commercial mentality into the defense industry. Products are designed from the outset for modern, AI-driven autonomy and CMOSS and SOSA-aligned hardware and software solutions. This includes state-of-the-art processing that can readily follow the evolution of commercial technology with complete data sharing across networks and platforms.
Headquartered in El Segundo, California, Pacific Defense takes an organic, commercial-minded approach to military-use electromagnetic spectrum technologies, and solutions. Focus areas include autonomous systems, command and control, communications, cyber operations, intelligence collection, and electronic warfare. Pacific Defense takes an innovative approach to developing military-use advanced solutions delivering EW, SIGINT, Comms and C2 capabilities to the DoD. This includes state-of-the-art processing that can readily follow the evolution of commercial technology with complete data sharing across networks and platforms.
How to Apply:
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We look forward to connecting with you!
- US Citizen
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in the engineering field, e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, etc.
- Strong interest in engineering and technology
- Basic understanding of engineering principles and design practices
- Proficiency in relevant software or tools, e.g., CAD software, MATLAB, Python, etc.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Responsibilities
- Assist engineers with designing, prototyping, and testing new products or systems
- Conduct research and data analysis to support ongoing projects
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, product management, and quality assurance
- Participate in problem-solving and troubleshooting activities
- Document engineering processes and project progress
- Support the development of technical reports and presentations
- Adhere to safety and compliance regulations throughout all work processes
- Provide input on project improvements and efficiency strategies
Pacific Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.
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