RF / Signal Processing / EE Intern - 2026 jobs in United States
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Nightwing · 3 days ago

RF / Signal Processing / EE Intern - 2026

Nightwing provides advanced cyber, data operations, and systems integration services. They are seeking interns to work as RF specialists, focusing on signal processing algorithms and techniques in both analog and digital domains.

Information Technology & Services
badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Investigating and developing RF technologies and techniques
Validating the resulting RF concepts through test, measurement, and characterization in an RF lab environment
Assignments will range from initial research and prototyping to full solution development

Qualification

Signal processingRF systems understandingDigital Signal ProcessorsModulation techniquesRF lab experienceMicroprocessors programmingFPGA developmentNetworking protocolsKubernetes/DockerGitlab CI/CDCritical thinkingCommunication skillsAttention to detail

Required

U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued security clearance
GPA of 3.0+ in a 4.0 grade scale is desired
Understanding of RF systems including: antennas, power amplifiers, RF circuits, analog circuits, A/D & D/A converters
Understanding of various modulation techniques such as: ASK, PSK, FSK and QAM
Prior RF lab environment experience with extensive knowledge of assorted test equipment
Candidates must be professional, possess a positive attitude, and work well with engineering and technical teams
Experience in radio design / trouble-shooting with expertise in RF
Good problem solving, prioritization, planning skills, highly motivated and result focused
Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university in a Bachelor or Master's degree program in Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM preferred) Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Preferred

Microprocessors architecture and programming: Digital signal processors, microcontrollers, etc
Familiarity with FPGA development, including algorithm design and VHDL implementation
Knowledge of radio architectures including radio topics such as: PA compression, intermodulation, phase noise, harmonics, products, LO leakage, etc
Use expertise to perform reverse engineering to find root cause through unique test bench setup
Familiarity with networking and wireless protocols
Experience with Kubernetes/Docker
Experience with Gitlab or other CI/CD Pipeline Platforms
Critical thinking skills: must display strong critical thinking, organizational, and analytical capabilities when interacting with managers, peers, and stakeholders
Communication skills: must be able to listen carefully to accurately gather facts from managers, peers, and stakeholders. Must be able to clearly articulate the results of your work and present findings in written reports. Must be able to organize, facilitate, and collaborate within cross-functional teams – demonstrating a collaborative mindset and ability to work with varying and changing needs
Attention to detail: must pay strong attention to detail in order to be able to keep information accurate and organized while utilizing skills and knowledge to quickly learn about the project

Company

Nightwing

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We are the intelligence services company that continually redefines the edge of the possible to keep advancing our national security interests.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
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