Embedded Software Engineering Co-op - Spring 2027

Description

Join the Software Engineering department for a spring co-op supporting prototyping, coding, testing, scripting and document writing for software projects.

Code runs on a range of hardware under Windows, Linux or a real-time operating system (RTOS).

The team tracks code changes with Git, hosted on either Bitbucket or GitLab, and manages tasks and defects in Jira.

All code goes through peer review before release, and you will learn the basics of production-grade software from experienced engineers who are keen to mentor.

Responsibilities

• Write code in C++, C and Python.
• Build and run software tests.
• Create and update requirements, test plans and release documents.

Requirements

• Required: you are a current junior or senior working toward a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering or a related field.
• Required: you are legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship, now and in the future.
• Required: you can obtain and keep the security clearance the role needs.
• Required: you pass a pre-employment drug screening.
• Required: you have programmed in C++ or C.
• Required: you are interested in embedded programming and working with hardware.
• Required: you understand object-oriented design.
• Desired: Python experience, preferred but not required.
• Desired: UML experience, preferred but not required.
• Desired: a minimum GPA of 3.0, preferred but not required.
• Desired: previous internship, co-op or other work experience.

Conditions

This is a part-time, on-call position with no travel.

A Secret clearance is the minimum needed to start.

The ideal start is January 2027, with the work running through Summer 2027.

The proposed salary range is $45,900 to $91,900.

Final pay depends on factors such as location, Federal Government contract labor categories and wage rates, prior experience, skills, education and certifications.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and learning and development opportunities.
• Flexible time off that lets you take the time you need.
• Access to learning resources and continuing education.
• Comprehensive benefits covering healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support and time off.