Software Developer and Research Intern - Remote

Summary

Davidson is an aerospace and missile defense company seeking a motivated Software Developer and Research Intern to develop innovative tools and solutions for defense-related problems. The role involves contributing across the software development lifecycle, integrating AI and machine learning algorithms, and supporting exploratory research into new technologies and defense systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct software development activities across multiple innovative tools
• Actively participate in Agile practices and Scrum methodologies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
• Support the integration of sophisticated algorithms (including AI/Machine Learning) into software products
• Engage in exploratory projects to assess new theories, concepts, and technologies, potentially related to trajectory modeling & optimization or Air and Missile Defense Systems
• Facilitate design discussions and collaborate effectively with senior engineers to refine project requirements
• Communicate clearly and concisely to articulate ideas and concepts both verbally and visually

Skills

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering
• Proficiency in languages like C++, C#, and Python programming
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies (experience is a plus)
• Ability to collaboratively work on product requirements and contribute to team success
• Currently hold active DoD Secret Clearance or be eligible to obtain one
• Demonstrated experience through coursework or projects preferred for interns
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is highly desirable
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering (or actively pursuing)
• Experience with GitLab Pipeline automation
• Background in writing tactical software for defense applications and software qualification testing
• Understanding of DevSecOps principles
• Experience in trajectory modeling and optimization techniques
• Knowledge of AI and Machine Learning algorithms
• Familiarity with Air and Missile Defense Systems

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering
• Proficiency in languages like C++, C#, and Python programming
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies (experience is a plus)
• Ability to collaboratively work on product requirements and contribute to team success
• Currently hold active DoD Secret Clearance or be eligible to obtain one

Nice to Haves

• Demonstrated experience through coursework or projects preferred for interns
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is highly desirable
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering (or actively pursuing)
• Experience with GitLab Pipeline automation
• Background in writing tactical software for defense applications and software qualification testing
• Understanding of DevSecOps principles
• Experience in trajectory modeling and optimization techniques
• Knowledge of AI and Machine Learning algorithms
• Familiarity with Air and Missile Defense Systems

Benefits

• Remote work arrangement