Job Description:

Like to be creative and explore new technology platforms? Have an eye for efficiency and enjoy tackling unique problems? The Internal Tools team is a multi-skilled development team looking for a talented software engineer to aid our business objectives. This role will allow exposure to multiple technology platforms and coding languages while collaborating across several departments. Come ready to create, innovate and be an active member of our team. Join BAE to broaden your skills while making a direct impact to our business.

About Us:

At BAE Systems, were dedicated to innovating for the future and protecting those who protect us. The Navigation and Sensor Systems business in Cedar Rapids, IA is a growing business area developing the next generation of advanced military Global Positioning Systems (GPS) products. The Internal Tools team within the business is a cross-functional team supporting BAE’s mission by developing innovative software tools to aid business applications and processes. Our goal is to innovate the way we work by increasing efficiency and productivity.

Internship Summary:

In this position, you’ll be an active member of the Internal Tools team and work on projects that individuals across the business benefit from. Opportunities may include:

• Write custom software to bring enhancements to our current toolset

• Architect and develop brand new software solutions

• Design custom scripts and batch files that interact with current business systems

• Capture technical requirements for new products based on customer needs

• Design software test cases to ensure low rates of defect introduction

• Provide general support on products within the team’s management

• Participate in code reviews

Additionally, you will participate in BAE Systems nationwide LEAP Internship & Co-op Program, where you will Learn, Engage, Apply, and Progress within the company. The LEAP Program will provide you with the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals on impactful projects, engage in career development opportunities, and network with our business leaders and the other students in the program.

Because this role involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.

Who You Are:

• You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• You possess good organizational skills

• You have the ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments with little oversight

• You have a willingness to try new things and learn quickly

• You have the ability to adhere to a hybrid schedule (on-site 60 of the time)

• Must have completed your Sophomore or Junior year of a four-year bachelor’s program in Computer Science or an Engineering field

• Software coding/engineering experience

• US Person

• Knowledgeable in Python and JavaScript coding languages

• Understanding of software development frameworks

• Understanding of Large Language Models (LLM)

• Enjoys debugging

• Ability to work with a team

• A genuine desire to learn and innovate

• Currently in junior or senior year for a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent