Software Engineer Internship

Job Description

About the Company

HII (Huntington Ingalls Industries) is a major player in national defense and security, with a global team of over 7,000 professionals. This specific opportunity resides within HII’s Mission Technologies division, specifically within the Warfare Systems (WS) business group.

Mission Technologies is dedicated to leading the “data evolution” in national defense, providing all-domain expertise and advanced technologies to government and commercial customers worldwide. Their capabilities are extensive, covering:
• C5ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Combat Systems, and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance)
• AI and Big Data
• Cyber Operations
• Synthetic Training Environments
• Fleet Sustainment
• Environmental Remediation
• The largest family of Unmanned Underwater Vehicles across all classes.

The Warfare Systems (WS) business group, where this role is located, focuses on:
• Cyber and Mission IT
• Electronic Warfare
• C5ISR Systems

HII actively works within the nation’s intelligence and cyber operations communities to defend national interests in cyberspace and anticipate emerging threats. Their unique capabilities include cybersecurity, network architecture, reverse engineering, software and hardware development, enabling them to support sensitive missions for the U.S. military and various federal agency partners. The company emphasizes a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

Job Description: Software Engineer Internship

This is an Intern position (Requisition Number: 25216) within the Warfare Systems (WS) business group of HII’s Mission Technologies division. It is classified as Part Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt, with an Anticipated Salary Range up to $32.76 per hour. The role requires 0 – 10% travel and the Ability to Obtain a Security Clearance.

The internship is specifically designed for rising college juniors who are highly motivated students passionate about solving complex problems and pursuing a bachelor’s degree in relevant fields like Software, Electrical, or Computer Engineering. It offers a significant opportunity to gain hands-on experience and prepare for a career supporting C5ISR.

What You’ll Do:
As a Software Engineer Intern, you will be a key part of the team supporting Minotaur, a critical mission management tool utilized on manned and unmanned surveillance aircraft. Your contributions will directly enhance an operator’s ability to identify and track targets on land and at sea by improving the way sensor data is processed.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:
• Developing and improving new capabilities for operational systems.
• Supporting all stages of the software development lifecycle, encompassing design, implementation, integration, and testing.

Possible Projects You May Work On Include:
• Developing solutions to critical operational shortfalls using a variety of disciplines such as machine learning, AI, and signal/video processing.
• Designing and implementing user-friendly graphical interfaces.
• Improving and automating existing simulation and testing processes.
• Creating new proof-of-concept prototypes for cutting-edge projects.

What We’re Looking For (Required Qualifications):
• You must be currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering).
• You must have between 40% – 60% of your credits completed, typically indicating a rising college junior.

We Are Seeking Candidates Who Possess (Desired Skills and Attributes):
• Experience with software development in a Linux environment.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, or JavaScript.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to think critically.
• A diligent, hardworking attitude and a desire to learn quickly.

Physical Requirements:
Job performance will normally require only minor lifting and carrying of boxes of records or equipment.

HII’s Mission Technologies division considers various factors when extending an offer, including the role’s function, a candidate’s education, training, work experience, and key skills. The company is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and provides reasonable accommodations for the employment process upon request.