Student: Software Engineer Assistant

Utah State University Space Dynamics Laboratory
United States, Utah, North Logan
Mar 03, 2025
Job ID: 3276 The Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking to hire a talented undergraduate student with at least one year of school remaining. The selected candidate will: Perform benchmarking tests, collect, analyze, and present results Help write automation scripts to improve the benchmarking process and perform other repeatable tasks May aid in writing benchmarking applications Help incrementally evaluate a software development kit and features of an application hosting framework, along with associated documentation Help create reports detailing benchmarking results and other evaluation findings Work closely with other software developers on a daily basis SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Required Qualifications: Must be a student pursuing a computer science or another relevant technical degree with at least one year remaining in school Must be able to work 15-20 hours per week during the school year and up to 40 hours per week during the summer, preferably in 4+ hour blocks of time (work is completed onsite only) Proficiency and experience with major programming language such as Python, C++, and/or Java Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing Must be consistently detail-oriented, organized, and attentive to detail Ability to work well individually and as part of a team Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance Preferred Qualifications: Experience coding with Matlab Linux and/or Docker experience Comfortable using version control tools such as Git and Bitbucket Willingness to learn about and use a wide array of technologies, different programming languages, and complex systems Experience with Confluence and Jira Salary Range: $15.00-$22.00 Commensurate upon student rank and number of years of directly related experience Student Scholar Program: SDL provides unique opportunities for student employees, such as hands-on experience and our Student Scholar program. The Student Scholar program provides SDL student employees with opportunities to expand their knowledge, extend their work experience, and engage with the community. For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.