Intern Photonics Engineer
Listed on 2026-09-14
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Hardware Engineer, Electronics Technician
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Intern, Photonics Engineer Job Code: 44161
Job Location:
Carlsbad, CA
Job Schedule:
9/80:
Employees work 9 out of every 14 days - totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off
Job Description:
Build the hardware and software behind precision optical systems and photonic devices. As a Computer Engineering Intern, you will work alongside experienced engineers on hands-on development, integration, and test.
Essential Functions:- Support integration, test, and troubleshooting of photonic hardware and precision optical systems.
- Build or improve scripts and tools for test automation, data collection, and analysis.
- Assist with laboratory setup, measurement, and documentation of technical results.
- Work with hardware, software, and photonics engineers to integrate and validate mature designs under the guidance of experienced team members.
- To be eligible, candidate's must be pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related field.
Skills:
- Coursework, research, design-team, makerspace, internship, or substantial project experience in programming, digital systems, electronics, computer architecture, or related areas.
- Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar programming experience.
- Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, embedded systems, data acquisition, PCB-level design, FPGAs, or hardware/software integration.
- Interest in photonics, sensors, or precision hardware.
In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Washington, and the Greater D.C. area, Denver, or NYC areas is $29.00/hour - $53.50/hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3
Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
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