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2027 Summer - Full Stack Software Engineering Intern - Melbourne FL

CompanyLeonardo DRS, Inc.
LocationUnited States
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 30, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
Collaborate with experienced software engineers to conduct design analysis, testing, and data gathering for electro-optical and infrared systems. Provide regular progress reporting while supporting the organization's mission and values.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
153
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
DRS Daylight Solutions, a line of business under Leonardo DRS, provides photonics solutions to researchers, industry allies, and system manufacturers. Daylight specializes in manufacturing high-performance lasers across the spectrum from UV to IR, offering capabilities in broad tuning, narrow linewidth, and high power. The company’s core technologies include a family of quantum cascade lasers (QCL-IR), external cavity diode lasers (EC-DLs), and custom laser engines. Daylight’s lasers are deployed worldwide in a diverse array of applications, including aerospace and defense, life sciences, and material inspection. As a team of dedicated innovators, Daylight designs new technologies that aim to enable what’s next in scientific and technological advancements for those who are driving innovation forward.
About the Role

Job ID: 115944 

 

The Electro Optical Infrared Systems (EOIS) line of business within DRS has locations in Dallas and Austin, TX, Melbourne, FL, and Cypress, CA.  EOIS develops, manufactures, and supports infrared and electro-optical solutions for soldiers, ground vehicles and airborne platforms.  We offer an exciting and challenging work environment, a competitive salary and benefits package, and a business culture that rewards performance. 

 

 Employing the world’s brightest. Supporting the world’s bravest.

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Business Unit: EOIS
Location: Melbourne, FL
Career Functional Area: Full Stack Software Engineering
Onsite Full Time
Type: Co-Op/Intern
Schedule: 9/80 
Shift: First

Job Summary

Collaborate with and learn from experienced Software Engineers in our Electro-Optical & Infrared Systems line of business. Our Summer Internship Program offers a full-time, paid opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working in a culture defined by friendliness and teamwork at DRS. What sets us apart? Our engineers enjoy dynamic work environments where they’re not confined to a single task. As an intern, you’ll have the chance to engage in projects from start to finish, with plenty of opportunities for exploration and growth along the way.

Come discover what makes DRS different and take the next step in your career journey!

Job Responsibilities

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications 
  • Knowledge and experience with one or more programming languages (C, C++, or C#)
  • Experience or classroom knowledge of formal data structure
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to work well both as part of a team or as an individual
  • Conduct limited scope testing under the supervision of software engineers
  • Provide regular reporting of progress and status
  • Gather and assemble data
  • Conduct design analysis and/or calculations under the supervision of software engineers
  • Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Intern must be ranked as Junior or Senior in the academic standing
  • Intern must be enrolled in the Electrical Engineering or Computer Science department
  • Taken formal data structure class
  • Must be enrolled in an accredited university and maintain a 3.0 or higher GPA
  • U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position will require the ability to access US only data system

U.S. Citizenship required. This position requires an active DOD security clearance or the ability to obtain such clearance within a reasonable time after commencement of employment.

Taking care of our people is a top priority at Leonardo DRS. We are proud to offer competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a company contribution to a health savings account, telemedicine, life and disability insurance, legal insurance, and a 401(k) savings plan. We champion wellness programs that focus on physical, emotional, and financial well-being. We develop our talent by offering programs and activities to support career-growth, professional development, and skill enhancement. And we understand there is more to life than work, and the importance of offering flexible work schedules with our 9/80 program, competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, paid parental leave, and community service hours. 
*Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only

 

Leonardo DRS, Inc. and its subsidiaries provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Key Skills
CC++C#Data structuresSoftware engineeringDesign analysisTestingData gatheringCommunication skillsTeamworkMicrosoft Office
Categories
TechnologySoftwareEngineeringSecurity & Safety
Benefits
Medical coverageDental coverageVision coverageHealth savings accountTelemedicineLife insuranceDisability insuranceLegal insurance401(k) savings planWellness programsPaid parental leaveFlexible work schedules