Electrical Engineering Intern (Summer 2026)

ULTRA ELECTRONICS OCEAN SYSTEMS INC. • Wake Forest, NC • 3h ago

Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology.

Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world's most complex environments.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries-driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare-safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide.

Nationality Requirements

Due to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance.

Position Summary

The Electrical and Electronic Engineering function at Ultra Maritime supports the full hardware development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, testing, and verification. This function delivers electronic and electrical components and subassemblies into complex projects and products.

As an Electrical Engineering Intern, you will work on real engineering projects alongside experienced engineers. Work will be tailored to your academic level to ensure you can be successful with appropriate effort while gaining meaningful, hands-on experience. At this level, interns are learning foundational engineering and business concepts and are expected to report to work during normal business hours, complete assigned tasks in a timely manner, and ask questions when guidance is needed.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Support electrical and electronic hardware development activities across the product lifecycle

Assist with requirements analysis, design, implementation, and verification tasks

Participate in system integration, test, and troubleshooting activities

Support documentation of designs, test results, and engineering artifacts

Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams including mechanical, software, and systems engineering

Required Skills

Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline

Ability to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance ( Note: US Security Clearances are only granted to US citizens. )

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical instructions

Helpful Skills

Experience with or knowledge of RADAR systems or similar signal processing systems

Experience with or knowledge of SONAR systems or similar signal processing systems

Familiarity with Linux-based system integration, testing, and execution environments

Knowledge of or Familiarity With (One or More Preferred)

RF hardware design

Transducer design

Magnetics design

Power electronics design

FPGA firmware design

Microcontroller firmware design

Control systems design

Algorithm design

Circuit card design

Acoustics

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What Ultra Maritime Offers You

At Ultra Maritime, we invest in our employees and their well-being:

Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment!

Work/life balance that includes up to 3 weeks PTO for first year

8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays

401k Plan with Company Match

Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)

Wellness Program and incentives

Company HSA contributions

Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire

Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually

Additional Employee Discounts and Perks

Company-Paid Benefits:

$75 monthly student loan repayment program

Basic Life Insurance

Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Employee-Paid Benefits:

Medical and Prescription insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance Plans

Supplemental AD&D insurance for Employee and Family

Accident Plan

Critical Illness Plan

Hospital Indemnity Plan

Pet Insurance

Identity Theft

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email careers@ultra-us-gbs.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ultra Maritime is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace that is fair, respectful, and inclusive, and we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

As a U.S. defense contractor, Ultra Maritime maintains strict standards related to integrity, compliance, and security.

We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, may conduct pre-employment background checks and substance-abuse screening based on role requirements.

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