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Systems Electrical Engineering Intern

Cubic · San Diego, California

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Role overview

What you'll own

  • Assist engineers with RF communications system testing, integration, and validation.
  • Perform laboratory measurements using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and other test equipment.
  • Support troubleshooting of RF, digital, and analog hardware issues.
  • Collect, document, and analyze test data and prepare technical reports.

Requirements and eligibility

  • Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • Basic understanding of RF communications, electronics, and circuit theory.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred, not required

  • Familiarity with laboratory test equipment and data analysis tools is preferred.

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Sep 29, 2026

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Business Unit: Cubic Defense Company Details: When you join Cubic, you become part of a company that creates and delivers technology solutions in transportation to make people’s lives easier by simplifying their daily journeys, and defense capabilities to help promote mission success and safety for those who serve their nation.

Led by our talented teams around the world, Cubic is committed to solving global issues through innovation and service to our customers and partners. We have a top-tier portfolio of businesses, including Cubic Transportation Systems (CTS) and Cubic Defense (CD).

Explore more on Cubic.com. Job Details: Electrical Engineering Intern – RF Communications Location: Cubic Secure Comms Cubic Secure Comms is seeking a motivated Systems Electrical Engineering Intern to support the development, testing, and sustainment of advanced RF communication systems.

This internship provides hands-on experience with RF communications, laboratory testing, troubleshooting, and basic circuit and system design in a collaborative engineering environment.

Responsibilities: • Assist engineers with RF communications system testing, integration, and validation. • Perform laboratory measurements using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and other test equipment.

• Support troubleshooting of RF, digital, and analog hardware issues. • Collect, document, and analyze test data and prepare technical reports. • Participate in basic electrical and RF circuit design activities.

• Assist with prototype assembly, verification, and performance evaluations. • Follow engineering processes, documentation standards, and quality requirements.

Qualifications: • Pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. • Basic understanding of RF communications, electronics, and circuit theory.

• Familiarity with laboratory test equipment and data analysis tools is preferred. • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. • Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

• Eagerness to learn and contribute to innovative secure communications solutions. This internship offers an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in RF engineering while working alongside experienced professionals developing mission-critical communication technologies.

‎ Cubic Pay Range: $28.00 - $43.00 + benefits. ‎ The Cubic pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.

Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

‎ ‎ Worker Type: Employee ‎ We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic under applicable law.

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