About the role#
As a Software Engineer Intern, you will join a cross functional team at General Dynamics Mission Systems. You will work on software requirements analysis, research, design, and testing. This role involves both creating new products and improving existing applications throughout the system development life cycle.
What you'll do#
- Assist in software requirements analysis.
- Research, design, develop, and test software and tools.
- Develop new work products and enhance current applications.
- Apply standards, processes, and procedures across the development life cycle.
- Support the technical culture by participating in internal reviews of systems and components.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in an accredited degree program in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Preference for students with sophomore standing or higher.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this role.
- A Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at the time of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Term: Rolling.
About General Dynamics Mission Systems
General Dynamics Mission Systems is a business unit of General Dynamics that develops C4ISR technology. Founded in 1952, the company operates within the defense and space manufacturing industry. It provides solutions for land, sea, air, space, and cyber domains. The organization is based in Chantilly, Virginia, and employs over 10,000 people.
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