Combat Vehicles Electrical Engineering Kettering Co-Op-April 2026

Job Description
How does it feel to work on a team driven to make a big impact? Empowering. We believe your career should always be growing. And that's exactly what it will do at BAE Systems. You'll hit the ground running with a company truly committed to your growth as you enjoy a special camaraderie on a team dedicated to protecting what really matters. Build your future at BAE Systems.
BAE Systems is tasked with designing and implementing new product and technology to Combat Mission Systems (CMS) program. In this position, you will be supporting the Combat Mission Systems (CMS) Business at our Sterling Heights, MI facility. Relocation will not be offered, and housing is not provided.
Electrical Engineer Co-Ops who support Combat Vehicle Programs at BAE Systems will typically be assigned to support areas and components within Electrical Engineering such as: electrical power generation, distribution, and storage, cabling, C4ISR (Command, Control, Computer, Communications, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance), vehicle displays, vehicle databusses (CANBus, Ethernet), transducers or other sensors, actuators or motors, or lighting.
Co-Op is for A-Section, April-June. This job is posted for all candidates for a full-time assignment (40 hours / week).
As an Electrical Engineering Co-op, you will work closely with electrical engineering staff or electrical designers to support one or more aspects of the Combat Vehicle design/build process. Your responsibilities may include:

• Design and Development:
  + Generating or updating engineering drawings, specifications, or other related documentation
  + Performing checkout or verification activities on prototype or production hardware
  + Performing research for engineering trade studies
  + Identifying alternate parts due to production issues or obsolescence
• Engineering Support:
  + Assisting with administrative tasks associated with the engineering drawing release process
  + Developing engineering data analysis tools (such as databases, spreadsheets, etc.) to assist with design related tasks
• Combat Vehicle Support:
  + Supporting design or providing engineering support to production for armored combat vehicles such as:
  - Armored Multi-Purpose Vehicle (AMPV)
  - Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV)
  - Bradley Fighting Vehicle (BFV)
  - M88A2/M88A3 Recovery Vehicle
  - M109A7/M992A3 PIM Self-Propelled Howitzer (SPH)
  - Other BAE Systems P&S Combat Vehicles programs

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Currently enrolled at Kettering University pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, or related field
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with others
• Good organizational, planning and follow-up skills
• Proficient with PC and MS Office Suite

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Completed a minimum of two years of college
• Interested in a career in the defense industry
• Experience with EE lab equipment (Oscilloscopes, power supplies, multi-meters, power analyzers, etc...)
• Interests in working with multidisciplinary team

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $48620 - $67640
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.