About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship based in Colorado Springs. You will work on-site as part of the engineering team. The schedule follows a 9/80 format, where you work 80 hours over 9 days and have every other Friday off.
What you'll do#
- Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical concepts to develop software for target applications.
- Develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, including design requirements for the overall system.
- Support all phases of the software development life cycle, specifically focusing on embedded software for real-time control of tactical radio equipment.
- Create software test procedures, programs, and documentation.
- Use modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct tests, and evaluate results.
- Participate in peer reviews to identify, track, and repair defects.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Wireless Engineering, Information Security, Mathematics, Digital Arts & Sciences, or a related field.
- Proficiency in at least one software language such as C++, C#, C, Java, Ruby, HTML5, XML, SQL, Perl, Python, Ajax, or Qt.
- Familiarity with Windows, Linux, mobile platforms, or embedded real-time operating systems.
Location & details#
- Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado.
- Work modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
- Sponsorship: Not available.
About L3Harris Technologies
L3Harris Technologies operates in the defense and space manufacturing sector. The company provides technology solutions for air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. It supports national security requirements for its customers. The organization is based in Melbourne, Florida, and employs over 10,000 people.
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