DOD SkillBridge Program Intern - Spacecraft Software Engineer

    • ADV0009ZE
    • On Site
    • Houston, Texas, United States
    • Part time
    Are you passionate about human space exploration, understanding the universe's origins, and working with a passionate and diverse team to make a difference? If you are, we need you!

    We need your talent, teamwork, and energy to help us achieve great things that inspire people all over the globe. We need you to bring creative ideas and diverse backgrounds to help us envision, shape, and deliver systems that will enable space exploration while benefiting people here on Earth. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting challenges for NASA’s pursuits in deep space exploration. As NASA’s largest engineering solutions provider working together with NASA at centers across the United States.

    We have an exciting opportunity for a DOD SkillBridge Program Intern - Spacecraft Software Engineer to join our team with the Engineering Division.

    At our company, we help transitioning service members, from all branches of the U.S. Military, prepare for new opportunities and connections in their careers. Do you want to work onsite at NASA in Houston with a dynamic team to build out the next generation spacecraft integration and test facility? If so, this opportunity may be for you. Our company has teamed up with the Department of Defense (DoD) SkillBridge Program to provide career opportunities in:

    ** This is a temporary role not to exceed 27 weeks. **

    DOD SkillBridge Program Intern - Spacecraft Software Engineer: Collaborate with the Commercial Software development teams d evelop an intimate knowledge of the system design Learn and perform the following tasks

    • NASA Software Requirements Specification
    • Review commercial Software Development process and documentation
    • Finding issues and risks, raising questions, and tracking
    • Ensure commercial software development teams are following their process
    • Identify where process does not align to the NASA standards and how to document
    • System integration and interface management and coordination
    • Coordinate software testing and verification
    • Review software products and artifacts for completeness of design and implementation
    • Software Process Assessment (including Compliance assessment) across the full development life cycle
    • Complete hazard analysis reviews


    NOTE: SkillBridge interns will not be eligible for any compensation during their internship, as they will continue to receive all military pay and benefits. Upon successful completion of this internship, you will be well prepared and encouraged to apply for open positions listed on our careers page.

    Here's What You'll Need:

    • To have served at least 180 days in any of the U.S. Armed Forces
    • To be within 180 days of separation or retirement from any of the U.S. Armed Forces (you may start your application prior to the 180 days)
    • Must be on track to receive an Honorable Discharge
    • Must have taken any service TAPS/TGPS
    • Must have attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
    • Must have command approval to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program


    Ideally, you'll have:

    • Computer Science or Engineering degree or equivalent work experience
    • Experience with software testing and verification
    • Proficiency with C/C++ coding in a Linux environment
    • Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python
    • Experience with agile software development
    • Experience with web-based collaboration tools
    • Experience with Jira, Confluence, Jenkins, git, slack, SharePoint
    • Excellent communication, negotiation and coordination skills and strong customer service attitude
    • Self-starter who can understand and absorb new concepts quickly


    We're always looking for dynamic and engaged people to join our team. Bring your passion, your ingenuity, and your vision. Let's see the impact we can create, together.

    If you are interested in this SkillBridge Opportunity, please forward your resume to: nicholas.hammelev@us.amentum.com

    Why Join Our Team?

    #CMSInternship

    In addition to exciting career opportunities, we also have:

    • Excellent personal and professional career growth
    • 9/80 work schedule (every other Friday off), when applicable
    • Onsite cafeteria (breakfast & lunch)
    • Much, much more!


    For more information on our partnership with NASA at Johnson Space Center (JSC), please visit www.wehavespaceforyou.com

    • Proof of U.S. Citizenship or US Permanent Residency may be a requirement for this position .
    • Must be able to complete a U.S. government background investigation.
    • Management has the prerogative to select at any level for which the position is advertised.


    Essential Functions

    Work Environment

    Generally, an office environment, but can involve inside or outside work depending on task.

    Physical Requirements

    Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods (90% of time). May require lifting and carrying up to 25 lbs. (5% of time).

    Equipment and Machines

    Standard office equipment (PC, telephone, printer, etc.).

    Attendance

    Regular attendance in accordance with established work schedule is critical. Ability to work outside normal schedule and adjust schedule to meet peak periods and surge requirements.

    Other Essential Functions

    Professional behavior that enhances productivity and promotes teamwork and cooperation. Grooming and dress must be appropriate for the position and must not impose a safety risk/hazard to the employee or others.

    #JETS #JETSII

     

    Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language at EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans and Labor Laws Posters.

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