Technical Intern - Embedded Software Engineer
Ball Aerospace is powered by endlessly curious people with an unwavering mission focus. We pioneer discoveries that enable our customers to perform beyond expectation and protect what matters most. We create innovative space solutions, enable more accurate weather forecasts, drive insightful observations of our planet, deliver actionable data and intelligence, and ensure those who defend our freedom go forward bravely and return home safely.
At our core, we're passionate, committed people who believe together we can achieve extraordinary things. We work collaboratively with each other, our customers and partners to solve the world's greatest challenges. That means listening to one another, providing feedback and partnering across all levels. We value our inclusive culture where everyone is heard equally and creativity thrives. Each team member is fully invested in our mission and we bring an energy to work every day that propels our business and motivates us all to Go Beyond.®
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The Engineering Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the organizational talent and technical leadership that enables the successful delivery of high-impact discriminating technologies for our customers’ missions. Our collaborative, cross-functional teams are committed to innovation, integrity, continual learning and strong execution.
Technical Intern – Embedded Software Engineer
We are looking for engineers with embedded or low-level development experience to join our team and make a significant impact in the future of cyber physical systems (CPS) of avionic, tactical, space-based, and airborne systems. Projects range from research & development of new innovative technologies to the transition of mature, deployed technologies to new or different systems.
What You’ll Do:
- Work with customer and team members to understand project requirements and scope.
- Work with a team of engineers and provide unique perspective and ideas.
- Work toward a larger goal and take ownership of project performance.
- Participate in intern specific company activities.
- Develop/modify software for space, avionics, tactical, etc.
- Perform full software life cycle functions including software/firmware requirements, architecture, design, code, test, integration, and documentation.
- Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Capabilities Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
- Perform other duties as necessary.
What You’ll Need:
- Must have completed your sophomore or junior year and be enrolled in a degree program for the fall of 2024. We will also accept students enrolled in a post graduate program.
- Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
- Currently pursuing a BS degree or higher in Engineering or a related technical field.
- Experience programming in C/C++.
- Experience programming assembly language, preferably PowerPC, x86, and/or ARM.
- Experience with formal software development processes.
- Excellent technical writing and team skills.
- In addition, these will set you apart:
- Experience developing, integrating, and testing low level or embedded software.
- Experience with real-time operating systems including Green Hills Integrity, VxWorks, QNX, embedded Linux, or other RTOS.
On-Site Work Environment: This position requires regular in-person engagement by working on-site five days each normally scheduled week in the primary work location. Travel and local commute between Ball campuses and other possible non-Ball locations will be required.
Working Conditions:
- Ball Aerospace is a drug-free workplace, which is imperative to the health and safety of all employees and is required as a condition of receiving contracts from federal agencies. Please remember that regardless of the legalization of marijuana in Colorado and other states, possession and use continues to be illegal under the federal Controlled Substances Act. This includes the use of some CBD products. A post-offer, pre-employment drug test is a condition of employment.
- Work is performed in an office, laboratory, production floor, or cleanroom, outdoors or remote research environment. A large part of the work requires support of hardware builds on the production floor and through various work centers.
- May occasionally work in production work centers where use of protective equipment and gear is required.
- May access other facilities in various weather conditions.
- Occasional out of state travel and local commute between Ball and customer facilities may be required.
Relocation for this position is available.
Compensation & Benefits:
- HIRING SALARY RANGE: $20.80 - $29.50 per hour (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
- Temporary positions typically are not eligible for benefits. For details, copy and paste https://bit.ly/3pNSnxv into your browser or visit our careers site.
US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED
Ball Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.