2026 Summer - Quality Engineering Intern - Melbourne FL

Job ID: 113433

Location: Melbourne FL

Schedule: 12 - 14 week internship on 9/80

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA. EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms. We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance.

Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.

Job Summary

Collaborate with and learn from experienced Employees in our Electro-Optical & Infrared Systems line of business. Our Summer Internship Program offers a full-time, paid opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working in a culture defined by friendliness and teamwork at DRS. What sets us apart? Our engineers enjoy dynamic work environments where they’re not confined to a single task. As an intern, you’ll have the chance to engage in projects from start to finish, with plenty of opportunities for exploration and growth along the way.

Come discover what makes DRS different and take the next step in your career journey!

Job Responsibilities

• Collect data and reviews documentation for conformance, accuracy, and completeness. Coordinate and
• Support quality engineering activities for multiple programs under the supervision of engineers
• Support incoming inspection of purchased materials
• Gather and assemble data for engineers. Conduct data analysis to assist the Quality Engineering team
• Perform and complete technical projects
• Perform a wide variety of tasks to gain familiarity with the engineering staff, methods, programs and practices
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Other duties as assigned
• Normal for an office environment
• May perform work in various supplier facilities, including machine and plating shops
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be actively enrolled in a 4 year undergraduate degree in engineering or a technical discipline (STEM)
• Have completed at least 2 years of college with a 3.0 GPA or better.
• Ability to work well both as part of a team or as an individual
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products such as Work, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Previous internship or co-op experience and activities (professional/community/extracurricular)
• U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position will require the ability to access US only data systems
  
  

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours.

• Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only
  
  

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.