Electrical Engineering Aide

Position Description

As an Electrical Engineering Aide, you won’t just be observing, you will be hands-on with real electronics hardware and antenna systems from day one at our Ludlow, MA office. Your projects will include RF and antenna testing, circuit and subsystem design, troubleshooting, and documentation for advanced communications and defense platforms.

This is a Part-Time opportunity

Working side-by-side with a team of senior engineers eager to mentor you, you will: 

• Design and analyze system and component block diagrams, selecting and evaluating electrical and RF components using CAD tools.

• Perform detailed circuit and subsystem design, creating solutions that meet strict performance and reliability requirements.

• Debug, tune, and test prototype and pilot production units to ensure electrical and RF performance.

• Conduct RF testing and characterization using state-of-the-art RF measurement and metrology equipment.

• Get hands-on experience in our Near-Field and Compact Antenna Ranges, learning how antenna systems are tuned, aligned, and validated.

• Develop and refine assembly aids, test fixtures, test procedures, and custom test stations to support production and validation.

• Collaborate with program management, operations, quality assurance, and cross-functional engineering teams to bring designs from concept to production.

This role is perfect for students who want to:

• Gain resume-boosting, hands-on RF and electrical engineering experience with real-world applications.

• Work directly on mission-critical antenna and communication systems used in defense and satellite communications.

• Learn from industry experts and see professional design and review processes like the Serco Gate Review process.

• Build a competitive career edge through exposure to advanced test equipment, antenna ranges, and cross-functional workflows.

In this role, you will: 

• Take part in real-world electrical and RF engineering projects from concept to production, gaining exposure to every stage of the design cycle;

Design & Development

• Research, design, and document circuit, RF, and subsystem solutions—from initial concepts to production-ready designs.

• Create system and component block diagrams, evaluate component options, and perform electrical and RF analyses using advanced CAD tools.

• Assist in developing assembly aids, antenna alignment fixtures, and RF test stations to support production and validation.

• Write software tools to automate testing and analyze test results.

Collaboration & Mentorship

• Work closely with senior electrical engineers, RF specialists, and program managers to refine requirements and deliver solutions.

• Partner with operations, manufacturing, and test teams to assemble, integrate, and verify prototypes.

• Participate in design reviews (preliminary, critical, production readiness) to see how ideas evolve into field-ready hardware.

Testing & Validation

• Perform RF and antenna testing, including calibration, tuning, and performance characterization.

• Support system-level qualification testing and structured validation processes for defense-grade systems, including shock, vibration, and thermal stress testing.

• Gain hands-on experience with RF diagnostic tools, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and antenna measurement systems.

Documentation & Professional Skills

• Contribute to manufacturing documentation packages and engineering deliverables.

• Learn to navigate structured engineering workflows like the Serco Gate Review process.

• Build strong professional skills: technical communication, teamwork, customer interaction, confidentiality, and engineering ethics.

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Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• U.S. Citizenship required 

• High School Diploma/GED

• Students currently pursuing an Electrical Engineering (or related) degree at an accredited bachelor’s program

  • Rising Juniors and Seniors preferred

• Proficiency with RF test equipment, including RF sources and analyzers

• MATLAB proficiency for data analysis and visualization

• Ability to read and analyze circuits and schematics

• Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor

• Ability to work in a highly dynamic environment and adapt to change

• Self-motivated with a strong work initiative and problem-solving skills

• Proficiency with PC and MS Office Suite

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Working understanding of antenna theory is a plus
• Familiarity with LabVIEW, CAD, and EDA tools is a plus

If you are interested in supporting and working with a passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [email protected] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [email protected].

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of the posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.

Benefits HIGHLIGHTS – Comprehensible Benefits for Full-time Employees (Part-time members receive a customized package tailored to their role).

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes counseling conditions
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific contract as well as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement or the Service Contract Act.

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/about-us.

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. This is a U.S.-based role. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [email protected].