About the role#
This is an unpaid internship through the DoD SkillBridge Program, designed specifically for transitioning active-duty military personnel. You will train as a Software Engineer within the Mission Technologies division of HII. This role focuses on gaining practical experience in hardware and software analysis within a cleared environment. You will work closely with a mentor and senior leadership to build technical skills that support national security missions.
What you'll do#
- Train on fundamental software engineering principles and reverse engineering techniques.
- Contribute to live projects involving microelectronics trust and assurance.
- Gain hands-on experience with object-oriented programming in C++ and Python.
- Learn to use FPGA design software and hardware description languages.
- Develop test suites to validate code functionality and document your discoveries.
- Participate in code reviews and learn collaborative development workflows.
What you'll need#
- You must be active-duty military within your final 180 days of service.
- You must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
- You must have the ability to obtain a US DoD issued security clearance.
Location & details#
- This role is based in Roanoke, Virginia.
- The internship is an on-site, full-time position.
- The program term is Winter 2026.
About HII Technical Solutions, a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries
HII Technical Solutions operates as a division of Huntington Ingalls Industries. The company provides integrated mission solutions, fleet support, and cyber services. It also works in nuclear, environmental, oil, and gas sectors. The firm maintains its headquarters in Newport News, Virginia. It functions as a public company with a workforce between 5,001 and 10,000 employees.
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