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The Role
Develop automated testing, analysis, and integration solutions for tactical systems and Aegis Combat Systems supporting DoD air and surface warfare platforms. Responsibilities include software design, coding, testing, requirements documentation, system integration, code and design reviews, customer collaboration, and full SDLC participation using Java, C++, Python, and JavaScript.
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About The Role:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Software Systems Engineer Intern to be part of our Missile Defense team and based out of our Arlington, VA location.
The selected Software Systems Engineer Intern will be responsible for developing IDT’s automated test and analysis for tactical systems and subsystems supporting DOD air and surface warfare platforms such as guided-missile destroyer, guided-missile cruisers, and littoral combat ship. Additional responsibilities include the development of project integration solutions and analysis capabilities for the Aegis Combat System. The Intern will also work with software engineers, system architects, integration engineers, and subject matter experts to deliver end-to-end mission
Clearance & Location Requirements:
- All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
- This is a fully on-site position based out of our Arlington, VA location.
Key Responsibilities
What You Will Do:
- DoD Air and Surface Warfare related software design, development, and analysis
- Execute full software development life cycle (SDLC)
- Model/code testing algorithms in C++, Python, JavaScript, and Java
- Integrate software components into a complex software Dev environment
- Implement documented design including coding and testing while adhering to coding standards
- Participate and provide feedback in design reviews & code reviews
- Develop automated software analysis solutions for Aegis test events
- Interface with customers for technical and programmatic requirements
- Oversee relevant aspects of project lifecycle from initial kickoff through requirements analysis, design, testing and implementation phases for projects
- Contribute to Systems Integration practice
- Assist with the integration of new applications as they are added to the tactical environment
- Create and implement interface following Model Based System Engineering approach
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Who You Are (Required):
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree program with a major in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or related field
- Current college juniors/rising seniors preferred
- Ability to develop software in Java, JavaScript, C++, or Python [at least two] and other programming languages
- Ability to document requirements and specifications
- Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
- Familiarity with SQL and relational (MS-SQL, Oracle, Postgres, etc.) databases
- Familiarity with distributed systems and software design patterns
- Familiarity with Agile development processes
What Makes You Stand Out:
- System integration and test experience for complex software applications
- Have hands-on experience with Java/J2EE and object-oriented programming
- Experience programming in Java, C++, JavaScript, Python, and database design [all]
- Proficiency working with different SW development tools (Jenkins, Maven, Gradle, and Nexus, Git etc.)
- Experience with distributed systems, algorithms, and software design patterns
If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.
Pay Range*: $28 - $34 / Hour
This amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate’s experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
Job Benefits
IDT’s Summer Internship Program offers students the opportunity to learn from experts and perform meaningful work in a professional work environment. IDT interns gain valuable, hands-on experience and solve real-world problems. In this program, students can expect:
- A 10–12-week program; up to 40 hours per week
- Competitive pay
- Individual mentoring
- Valuable training
- A supportive culture
- Social events and team building activities
EEO Statement:
IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.
IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.
About
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale. At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions.
Skills Required
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or postgraduate degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or a related field
- Ability to develop software in at least two of Java, JavaScript, C++, or Python
- Ability to document requirements and specifications
- Understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle
- Familiarity with SQL and relational databases such as MS-SQL, Oracle, or PostgreSQL
- Familiarity with distributed systems and software design patterns
- Familiarity with Agile development processes
- Ability to obtain and maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance
- Current college junior or rising senior status
- System integration and testing experience for complex software applications
- Hands-on Java or J2EE and object-oriented programming experience
- Experience with Java, C++, JavaScript, Python, and database design
- Experience with Jenkins, Maven, Gradle, Nexus, Git, and other software development tools
- Experience with distributed systems, algorithms, and software design patterns
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The Company
What We Do
WHO WE ARE Innovative Defense Technologies -IDT- provides automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for the DOD's mission-critical systems. Using patented Automated Test and ReTest (ATRT) technology, we support the entire software testing lifecycle from component testing, to system integration and testing, to the analysis of results. Our automated test and analysis solutions enable the rapid update and delivery of large, complex systems. Our technologies offer: -Rapid system configuration assessment and validation -Repeatable, consistent testing, analysis and reporting -On-demand regression tests in response to cyber threats -Statistical rigor in test and analysis -Reduced time and manpower At IDT, we work closely with our customers to tailor our products to support their systems and meet their goals. IDT has the expertise, strategies and processes in place to provide an automated solution for your next project. Let us help you dramatically accelerate test execution time, expand test coverage and improve software quality. OUR MISSION Our mission is to enable new software capabilities to be fielded faster and more affordably by reducing the amount of time and the cost spent on software testing. Through the use of our software testing technology, IDT is changing the way testing is being done for large, complex, software systems.
