Systems Software Engineering Intern – Embedded Systems

Job Description

BAE Systems’ Precision Strike (PS) Business Area in Huntsville Alabama has immediate openings for Systems Software Engineering Interns to work with Embedded Systems within the Precision Guidance and Sensing Solutions (PGSS) Product Line specializing in RF and EO/IR Seeker development programs.

Ignite Your Career with BAE Systems. Are you a final-year student or a graduate student looking to apply your academic knowledge to real-world, mission-critical defense technology? BAE Systems in Huntsville is looking for ambitious Systems Software Interns to join our team.

We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.”

This isn't just a summer internship—for local candidates, this is a gateway to a long-term career. You will work at the intersection of hardware and software, developing the embedded systems that protect those who serve.

What You Will Do:

As a Systems Software Intern, you won't just be observing; you'll be contributing. You will:

Develop & Integrate: Work on understanding Systems and embedded software development for complex electronic systems.

Hands-On Testing: Step out of the code and into the lab, using professional test equipment to integrate and validate your software on actual hardware to align with Systems Requirements.

Collaborate: Work alongside seasoned engineers to solve intricate problems in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Education: Currently entering your Senior year of an Engineering degree or pursuing a Master’s degree.
Technical Foundation: A solid understanding of basic electronics.
Coding Toolkit: Proficiency in at least one or more of the following: C++, Python, or MATLAB.
Eligibility: Must be a US Citizen eligible for a Secret Department of Defense (DoW) clearance.
Bonus Points If You Have:
Experience with laboratory test equipment (oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc.).
Previous internship experience in embedded systems or software development.
A curiosity for how complex electronic systems communicate and function.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Understanding of radar principles

• Understanding of CPU, GPU, & FPGA Radar signal processing and control

• Understanding of Electrro-optics principles
• Understanding of Digital Engineering

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $54631 - $73752

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.


About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.

Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified. Join BAE Systems as a Systems Software Engineering Intern in Embedded Systems, contributing to mission-critical defence technology. Develop and integrate embedded software for RF and EO/IR Seeker programmes, collaborating with experienced engineers. Ideal for final-year engineering students with a technical foundation and proficiency in C++, Python, or MATLAB.