Software Engineering Intern
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Summary:
The Software Engineering internship is offered to students in order to educate them on Electrical Manufacturing (RF) Engineering related activities and provide the opportunity for visiting the plant, observing other Engineers performing their work, and looking at how issues are identified and addressed in the manufacturing processes.
The internship will be for a period of 3 months during the summer. At the San Diego facility, products are designed and manufactured to protect our ships, aircraft, and most importantly, our country. Join the CAES San Diego team and gain valuable experience while helping protect U.S. and allied forces around the world.
CAES has hired a number of interns upon their graduation. Our team of engineers are excellent mentors, work with interns to maximize the benefits students can achieve from working in a real manufacturing environment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Will be writing software for controls and configuration of equipment - developing test software for FPGA project.
- Participates in the day to day activities of assigned functional area assisting in the completion of routine and non-routine tasks.
- Assists in applying knowledge to analyze, investigate and resolve problems.
- Assists in developing electronic and hard copy reports, records, diagrams and charts.
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the Company.
- Expected to work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
- Learn to develop and debug code using National Instruments LabWindows/CVI development environment.
- Add features and functionality to utilities and applications for a production environment.
- Create automated scripts that optimize or enhance production testing.
- Additional tasks and projects, as needed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum:
- Actively in process of attaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Electrical Engineering, Physics or related discipline
- Must be a US Citizen due to Government Contracts
Preferred:
- Familiar with C, C++, Python, with a focus for academic programming experience
- Communication skills: ability to receive messages by telephone, in person, electronically and in writing; ask questions and rephrase statements to clarify meaning; ability to read, interpret and comprehend complex written technical publications; communicate quality, integrity and respect in a way that inspires others and encourages innovation and possibilities
- Computer skills: working in networked environment using a Windows and or Windows like interface using PowerPoint, Excel, and Word software programs at an advance level; LabView, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or exposure to 2D and 3D CAD programming a plus
- Math & Analytical skills: advanced mathematical skills, including statistical analysis; review and compare data to identify inconsistencies and determine priorities; ability to collect, analyze and summarize information to a general understanding; ability to think abstractly and separate complex ideas into simple elements
- Time Management and Organization skills: flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and assignments; ability to maintain confidentiality; work with the vast array of information gathered during elicitation and analysis and to cope with rapidly changing information
- Excellence Behaviors: remain engaged, proactive and positive even in tough circumstances; own assignment to be fully accountable for their success; align actions, behaviors and conversations to what matters most; ability to work independently and as a team member.