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Position Title: Electrical Engineering Intern – Obsidian Labs

Primary Work Location: Fredericksburg, VA

Must be a U.S Citizen: Yes

Clearance: N/A

Job Summary

Obsidian Labs is the applied innovation and rapid engineering division of Obsidian Solutions Group (OSG), dedicated to transforming emerging technologies into operational capabilities for defense, homeland security, energy, and commercial customers. Our multidisciplinary team develops advanced solutions spanning wearable sensor systems, autonomous platforms, immersive training environments, artificial intelligence, modeling and simulation, human-machine interfaces, and next-generation detection technologies.

Obsidian Labs is seeking a motivated and technically curious Electrical Engineering Intern to support the development of advanced electronic systems, sensor technologies, embedded hardware, and prototype solutions. This internship provides hands-on experience throughout the entire engineering lifecycle, including concept development, circuit design, PCB layout, system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and field demonstrations.

Specific Responsibilities

• Assisting with the design, development, and testing of electronic circuits and embedded systems.
• Supporting schematic capture, PCB layout, and hardware documentation using modern engineering tools.
• Assisting with sensor integration efforts involving chemical, radiological, environmental, positioning, and physiological monitoring technologies.
• Conducting laboratory testing, validation, and troubleshooting of prototype hardware systems.
• Supporting hardware assembly, soldering, wiring, and bench-top integration activities.
• Assisting with power management, battery systems, and low-power electronics development.
• Supporting data collection, analysis, and performance characterization efforts.
• Participating in system integration activities involving software, firmware, and hardware components.
• Assisting with technical reports, engineering drawings, test procedures, and design documentation.
• Supporting field testing and demonstration events as required.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Strong academic performance and demonstrated technical aptitude.
• Understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on laboratory, maker-space, robotics, or engineering project experience.
• Experience building or troubleshooting electronic systems.
• Participation in engineering clubs, competitions, research programs, or capstone projects.
• Interest in defense, national security, advanced manufacturing, energy systems, or emerging technologies.

Experience with any of the following is beneficial:

• KiCad, Altium, Eagle, or similar PCB design tools
• SPICE simulation tools
• Oscilloscopes, multimeters, logic analyzers, and spectrum analyzers
• Arduino, STM32, ESP32, Raspberry Pi, or similar platforms
• Python, C/C++, MATLAB, or LabVIEW
• Sensor integration and data acquisition systems

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Normal office and lab environment

Travel Requirements

• N/A

Company Description

Obsidian Solutions Group LLC (OSG) is a fast-growing professional services firm based in Fredericksburg, VA. We create value for our customers by delivering technology-enabled & mission-oriented technical solutions that solve complex problems, protecting people, information, and assets. Our core capabilities are in providing Enterprise IT, Intelligence Analysis, Production & Development and Knowledge-Based Professional Services Solutions that enable the customer’s mission. Obsidian Solutions Group LLC is a certified 8(a), service-disabled, veteran-owned small business.

A career at Obsidian Solutions Group means you are able to put your expertise, credentials, and talents to great use working with customers in the DOD and Intelligence Community, while enjoying the excitement of working in a fast-growing organization committed to making a difference for our customers and in our community. Contribute independently and collaboratively alongside our amazing team of doers and thinkers. Obsidian Solutions Group is small enough to offer a family atmosphere yet large enough to deliver a highly competitive compensation package. We hire and retain the best in the industry, offering exceptional benefits that protect the well-being of our employees, their spouses and domestic partners, and their families.

Our corporate philosophy is centered on hiring and retaining employees with the requisite skills, professional experience, personal commitment, and ethical standards necessary to foster a culture of operational excellence necessary to surpass our customer’s expectations.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Obsidian Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, protected veteran status, and any other non-merit factor, or any other characteristic protected by law.