JOB DESCRIPTION

Meadowlark Aircraft’s (www.macnd.com) technical team is seeking a part-time Electrical Signal Engineer Intern to support the development of innovative unmanned aerial systems. In this role, you will design, develop, and implement a homing beacon system for landing drones on moving platforms. You will define telemetry sub-system requirements, select appropriate components, capture remote beacon signals via on-board sensors, and integrate the homing signal into the aircraft’s control system. At project completion, you will demonstrate the system’s efficacy by safely landing one of Meadowlark’s Group 2 UAS aircraft on a platform moving at a minimum speed of 15 miles per hour.

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Located in Grand Forks, ND—the epicenter of the drone industry—Meadowlark designs, manufactures, and markets customizable (bespoke) unmanned aerial systems. We focus on long-endurance, mid-size vertical-take-off-and-landing solutions and provide a comprehensive array of products and services that span the entire aircraft production and maintenance lifecycle. We value professional integrity, teamwork, execution, growth, persistence, and agility in our staff.

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This position is offered in partnership with the InternGF program and runs from September 8 through December 19. The role is part-time (10 hours/week), with a wage range of $20–$30/hour. Application materials include a resume and optional short cover letter.

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The ideal candidate

↦ is a junior or senior in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Computer Engineering, or related disciplines
↦ has a strong understanding of electrical signal design and integration
↦ possesses excellent problem-solving, technical, and communication skills
↦ can work closely with Meadowlark’s systems engineering and manufacturing teams
↦ is comfortable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

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The candidate must be a U.S. Citizen and must successfully pass a background check and drug testing for prohibited substances as defined by Federal regulations. The candidate must be willing to locate in Grand Forks, ND. Your resume or cover letter should clearly reflect these requirements before it is considered.