Job Specifications
Job Description
BAE Systems, Inc. is looking for a highly motivated and driven software engineering intern to join our summer internship program for 2026. As a Software Engineer Technical Intern, you will join a team of engineers supporting software development opportunities that provide value to our customers and solve real world problems. Your contributions will play a crucial role in ensuring our partner’s mission accomplishment and support the defense of our nation.
The qualified candidate will design, develop, test and document Windows-based applications for various aircraft test and support equipment items. The qualified candidate will contribute to the development of instrument drivers, evaluation algorithms, Graphical User Interfaces, and self-test software. The qualified candidate will also interface with Systems and Hardware Engineering. A desire to work with hardware and knowledge of basic electrical hardware design is a plus. The qualified candidate will be involved in all phases of software development lifecycle including requirements definition, design, code, integration, and test.
BAE Systems works with state-of-the-art technologies that will expand your software toolbox in a real-world Software Engineering environment. Your internship may include the opportunity to work with new client-based frameworks like REACT/AngularJS, new architectures like AWS, Azure, Rancher, Kubernetes, new server-side frameworks like GRADLE and SPRING, database implementations like SQL (Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NOSQL(MongoDB, Allegrograph, Mark Logic, Redis, DynamoDB), and various other technologies.
In addition to your program work, during your time as an intern you will be a part of our summer internship program. The program is set up to provide an opportunity for you to network with other interns, build relationships, and have fun! The intern program is led by one of our engineers who will provide mentoring and coaching throughout the summer.
If you are looking for a challenge and are seeking a rewarding experience with the opportunity to make a difference, please consider joining out highly praised internship program for the summer of 2026.
* Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires US Person status
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Transitioning into Junior or Senior year during the Summer of 2026 or pursing a graduate degree
Majoring in one of the following programs:
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Computer Science
Software Engineering
Other coding related degree
Knowledge of Data Structures and Object Oriented Programming
Driven to learn and a passion for providing excellent products
Proficient in one of the following languages:
Java
C++
C#
Python
JavaScript
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Computer Engineer Major, Electrical Engineer Major that prefers to do software, or Computer Science Major who has experience working with electronics (like robotics or Arduino development, etc.). The Intern needs to be familiar and comfortable working with hardware. The Intern will mainly work with control electronics.
Embedded Windows Operating System and Device Driver development
Signal measurement techniques and theory
Graphical User Interface design, including Windows Forms
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $46437 - $62721
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
About BAE Systems Electronic Systems
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference. Electronic Systems (ES) is the global innovator behind BAE Systems’ game-changing defense and commercial electronics. Exploiting every electron, we push the limits of what
About the Company
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do. BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, security and aerospace company headquartered in Arlington, VA, with locations across the country. BAE Systems employees' dedication and commitment show in everything they create and deliver, including advanced electronic systems, cyber operations and intelligence analysis, combat vehicles, naval weapons, ship maintenance and modernization, and vehicle u...
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