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Control Systems / Motor Control Engineering Intern

CompanyBEI Precision Systems & Space Company Inc
LocationMaumelle
Work ModeOn Site
PostedFebruary 19, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support firmware development for real-time embedded motor control, including developing and implementing algorithms like FOC and PID for electromechanical systems. Responsibilities also involve modeling systems, assisting with hardware bring-up and tuning, analyzing system performance, and conducting lab testing.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
94
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
For more than 60 years, BEI has advanced the technology of optical encoders and motion control systems, with a focus on the singular characteristic that matters most: performance. The BEI portfolio includes the industry’s absolute best-in-class encoders, scanners, oscillators and accelerometers, including specialized products from our focused business units, Wenzel, Thistle and Croven - each a standout in its field. And as a Quantic company, we’re part of an extended engineering ecosystem and powerful supply chain, defining a competitive advantage that extends to every customer.
About the Role

Description

  

Quantic BEI | Aerospace & Defense Technology


Quantic BEI is seeking a highly motivated Control Systems Engineering Intern to support development of precision electromechanical systems operating in extreme environments. This role focuses on control theory, motor control, and advanced embedded implementation for mission-critical aerospace and defense applications.


We are especially interested in candidates pursuing or currently enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program with strong controls background.


What You’ll Do

  • Support firmware development for real-time embedded motor control
  • Develop and implement motor control algorithms (FOC, PID, state-space, etc.)
  • Model electromechanical systems and design control loops
  • Assist with hardware bring-up, tuning, and performance optimization
  • Analyze system stability, bandwidth, noise, and disturbance rejection
  • Conduct lab testing using oscilloscopes, current probes, DAQ systems, etc.
  • Document models, control strategies, and test results

  

What You’ll Gain

  • Hands-on experience developing precision control systems for aerospace and defense
  • Exposure to high-performance electromechanical system design
  • Mentorship from experienced controls and embedded engineers
  • Opportunity to work on mission-critical hardware
  • Potential pathway to full-time opportunities

If you’re passionate about applying advanced control theory to real hardware, we’d love to connect.

Requirements

  

What We’re Looking For

  • Currently pursuing a MS or PhD (preferred) in Electrical Engineering, Controls, Robotics, or related field
  • Strong foundation in control theory
  • Hands-on experience with motor control (BLDC, PMSM, stepper, servo, etc.)
  • Experience implementing control algorithms in C/C++ or similar
  • Comfort with MATLAB/Simulink or similar modeling tools
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Bonus Experience

  • Field-Oriented Control (FOC) implementation
  • Real-time systems or RTOS experience
  • Experience with STM32 or similar motor-control platforms
  • State estimation (Kalman filters, observers)
  • System identification and frequency-domain analysis
  • FPGA-based control implementation 
Key Skills
Control TheoryMotor ControlEmbedded ImplementationFirmware DevelopmentFOCPIDState-SpaceElectromechanical SystemsC/C++MATLAB/SimulinkSystem StabilityOscilloscopesKalman FiltersFPGA
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