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Intern, Systems Engineer with Security Clearance

L3Harris TechnologiesMelbourne, FL🇺🇸United StatesPosted 19 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid internship at L3Harris Technologies offers you a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on systems engineering experience within a trusted defense technology leader, with a unique 9/80 work schedule providing extra time off. You'll thrive here if you're pursuing a technical degree and eager to contribute to mission-critical projects while developing valuable skills in an inclusive environment. Apply now to launch your career in a role that fosters professional growth and impactful work.

Quick Overview

Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Internship/Student
Level
Entry Level

Job Description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers' mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers' mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Title: Intern, Systems Engineering Job Code: 42074 Job Location: Melbourne, FL Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off Job Description:

  • Perform operational analysis and develop concept of operations, design and implementation plans
  • Develop test plans, procedures & cases
  • Conduct tests and document results
  • Use software tools, scripting and software/hardware troubleshooting
  • Analyze systems requirements from end systems and users
  • Supports development and evaluation of complex system designs and architectures
  • Develop and deliver presentations to communicate design activity plans and status to internal and external customers Qualifications:
  • Must be pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics, Aviation, Aerospace Engineering, or related field at an accredited university.

Preferred Skills:

  • Coursework and/or experience in systems engineering, systems architecture, systems analysis and design, system performance modeling, integration and/or project management, and/or model-based systems engineering
  • Familiar with Rhapsody L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an

Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions. L3Harris Technologies is an E-Verify Employer. Please click here for the E-Verify Poster in English or Spanish. For information regarding your Right To Work, please click here for English or Spanish.

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