Breaking into the aerospace industry doesn’t always require years of experience—sometimes it starts with the right internship. The Quantic BEI Aerospace Internship offers a strong entry point for students and recent graduates eager to gain hands-on exposure in high-precision engineering and manufacturing environments. With competitive hourly pay and real-world project involvement, this opportunity is designed to build both technical depth and professional confidence in a fast-evolving aerospace sector.
Quantic BEI is seeking a motivated Electrical and/or Software Engineering Intern to join our engineering team. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to work on custom electronics and embedded systems designed for extreme environments supporting mission-critical aerospace and defense applications.
What You’ll Do
Assist with circuit design, schematic capture, and PCB layout
Support embedded firmware development (C/C++, Python, or similar)
Help with hardware bring-up, debugging, and prototype testing
Use lab equipment (oscilloscopes, power supplies, logic analyzers, etc.)
Contribute to system integration and engineering documentation
Participate in design reviews and technical problem-solving
What You’ll Gain
Real-world experience in aerospace and defense electronics
Mentorship from experienced engineers
Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering projects
Potential pathway to full-time opportunities
If you’re passionate about building real hardware and software that operates in extreme environments, we’d love to hear from you.
Requirements
What We’re Looking For
Currently pursuing a BS or MS in Electrical, Computer, or Software Engineering
Foundation in circuit theory and/or embedded systems
Programming experience (C, C++, Python, or similar)
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Relevant Hobbies and Interests
We value hands-on experience gained through personal projects and hobbies. Candidates with any of the following interests are encouraged to apply:
Robotics – Building, programming, or competing with robots (FIRST Robotics, VEX, etc.)
Embedded Systems Projects – Arduino, Raspberry Pi, STM32, or custom PCB development
Electronics Design – Circuit design, PCB fabrication, or power electronics projects
Software Development – App development, firmware projects, open-source contributions
Amateur Radio – RF experimentation, antenna design, or signal analysis
Drones & UAVs – Flight controllers, autopilot systems, or telemetry systems
Hackathons & Coding Competitions – Software development challenges or team competitions
FPGA Projects – Digital logic design or hardware acceleration projects
Automotive Electronics – ECU tuning, CAN bus projects, or EV systems
Competition Teams – Formula SAE (Electrical), Baja SAE (Electrical), CubeSat, or similar
Bonus Experience
PCB design tools (Altium, OrCAD, etc.)
Microcontrollers (STM32, ARM, etc.)
SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, or Ethernet
Git/version control workflows
Selection Process
The hiring process is structured to evaluate both technical aptitude and cultural fit:
Online Application Submission Candidates submit their resumes along with academic and project details.
Initial Screening HR reviews profiles focusing on relevant coursework, skills, and internships.
Technical Interview
Core engineering concepts (mechanical, electrical, or aerospace basics)
Problem-solving scenarios
Project discussions
Final Interview (Optional) Conducted by team leads or managers to assess collaboration, communication, and motivation.
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