Firmware Engineering Co-Op (2027)

Quick Facts

• Location: Onsite in Huntsville, Alabama

• Co-op period: July–December 2027

• Relocation/housing: Not provided

• Compensation: $17.00–$38.00/hour (base range)

Description

You will join a collaborative engineering team designing, developing, integrating, and testing firmware and software solutions for embedded systems. The role provides hands-on experience across the full firmware development lifecycle in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and test firmware-based applications

• Develop and maintain firmware test suites to verify system capabilities and requirements

• Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance and support test infrastructure

• Support design teams in product bring-up and system-level validation

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a university program pursuing a bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or a related technical discipline

• Minimum GPA of 3.1 (transcripts required during review)

• Knowledge of VHDL or Verilog HDL

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills

• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills

• Eligibility to access U.S.-export-controlled information (e.g., U.S. citizen or other authorized status)

Benefits

• Health, life, and disability insurance

• Company-paid holidays and time off

• 401(k) retirement plan

• Discounted employee stock purchase plan

• Tuition reimbursement

• Professional development and wellness platforms (e.g., LinkedIn Learning, Headspace, Aaptiv, Virgin Pulse)

• Bonus opportunities or special incentives (sales positions)

• 9/80 alternative work schedule (based on location)

• Potential annual stock-based awards for Director/Vice President-level team members