Software Engineering

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HEKA makes the world better for all of us. Our engineers develop cool things: planes, trains, automobiles, radios, rockets... the cooler, the better! Feel the satisfaction of evolving classical engineering disciplines like mechanical, software, electrical, industrial, systems, and additive manufacturing to state-of-the-art product development methodologies. Not cheaper, better, faster but unique, influential, and disruptive. Drive improvements and products to reality to improve humankind. Our teams are hands-on, collaborative, and thought-provoking. We combine scientific methods of discovery and evolutionary engineering principles. This will directly support HEKA in developing safety critical software components. This is an unpaid-to-paid opportunity. Relocation and lodging expenses will not be provided. All interns are subject to a 3-week probationary period. 

What you’ll do: 

• Directly support engineering staff working on cutting-edge projects and gain hands-on experience in the development and implementation of software systems 
• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle 
• Troubleshoot, debug software issues and propose solutions to ensure the quality and functionality of the final product 
• Proactively identify and address any potential risks of challenges in the software development process 
• Other duties as assigned 

What you need: 

• Actively pursuant or recently awarded a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related discipline.  
• Ability and willingness to obtain a Department of Defense Secret security clearance 
• Software development experience in Python and/or C/C++ 
• Ability to learn 
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and track processes to completion 
• A problem-solving constitution, with a curious mind for discovery, coupled with self-discipline and an intrinsic drive for continuous self-improvement 
• U.S. Citizenship 

Nice to have: 

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or relevant coursework 
• Experience in supporting modeling, simulation, and analysis of space and air domain related problems 
• AI/ML experience 
• Active Secret clearance 

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