RF Engineering Spring Co - op (january 2026) (r4046)

RF Engineering Spring Co-op (January 2026)

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With nine offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI's technology actively supports operations worldwide.

Our 2026 Co-Op program is an excellent opportunity for rising 2026 graduates to gain deep, hands-on experience in a mission-driven and innovative engineering environment. This paid, full-time program spans multiple months during the academic year, offering extended immersion in real-world hardware development and testing. The co-op will directly contribute to hardware development that reaches customers and is deployed in the field. Their primary focus will be designing and executing a test plan to characterize and integrate RF sensor systems under the guidance of a senior engineer. Depending on interests and project needs, the intern may also explore areas such as antenna design, radio/GPS testing, signal integrity, or analog filter design. The ideal start date is January 2026, and the end date is flexible.

What You'll Do:

• Design an RF sensor system evaluation and test plan to characterize RF performance.
• Participate in RF system debug, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysis; assist in part selection and design contributions.
• Project Deliverables:
• A complete RF system characterization plan document capturing test methodology, findings, and recommendations.
• A final test report demonstrating characterization of the RF sensor system on V-BAT.
• How This Supports the Intern's Career Path:
• Offers exposure to real-world engineering design challenges and constraints.
• Builds confidence in applying classroom knowledge to practical RF/electrical engineering problems with mentorship.

Required Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other standard electrical lab equipment.
• Strong math and analytical background.
• Detail-oriented approach to testing and documentation.
• Programming/scripting with Python or MATLAB for data analysis and automation.
• Prior exposure to RF circuits (filters, antennas, impedance matching).
• Must be a rising senior, rising master's or PhD graduate, preparing to graduate Spring 2026
• Pursuing a degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of electrical fundamentals.
• A demonstrated history of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.
• Have a passion for solving tough problems on a fast-paced team.

$40 - $56 an hour

Rising Bachelor's graduate = $40/hour

Rising Master's graduate = $45/hour

Rising PhD graduate = $56/hour

+ Housing stipend provided for those who qualify. This role may also be eligible for certain benefits like PTO, 401k, healthcare, etc.

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.