About the role#
This is a full-time, paid internship for Summer 2027. You will support the Payload Software team for the Space Development Agency T2 and T3 programs. The work is hybrid and requires presence in the Bethesda laboratory for hardware testing as needed.
What you'll do#
- Design, implement, and execute Python-based test scripts to verify critical payload software functionality.
- Work directly with test engineers and source-code developers.
- Perform hands-on testing with hardware in the Bethesda laboratory.
- Use AI tools for test generation and result processing.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience with software development in Python.
- Preferred: Experience in C/C++, Linux environments, and AI prompt engineering.
- Preferred: Familiarity with Agile tools like Jira and GitLab, CI/CD pipelines, and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
- Preferred: Prior internship or project experience in software development or test automation.
- Preferred: Knowledge of aerospace payload concepts or satellite software.
- Preferred: A Secret clearance.
Location & details#
- Locations: Bethesda, Maryland and Rockville, Maryland.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Summer 2027.
About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a public company based in Bethesda, Maryland. Founded in 1912, the firm operates in the defense and space manufacturing industry. It employs over 114,000 people and maintains offices across the United States and internationally. The company focuses on aeronautics, space systems, and defense technology.
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