The Software Engineer Intern assists primary Software Engineers that support the IBS-ES program by diagnosing and resolving software issues, developing new features, conducting formal and informal testing, and supporting the full software development lifecycle. This role assists with the sustainment and modernization (if required) of IBS systems including CIBPT, DME, and IBS-M RC/RX, and is responsible for producing high-quality software documentation and observing customer-facing technical reviews.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist Software Testing & Validation
- Conduct formal and informal testing of IBS software systems, including Common Interactive Broadcast Planning Tool (CIBPT), IBS over MUOS (IBS-M), Report Controller (RC), Downlink Monitoring Element (DME).
- Document test results and contribute to Software Version Descriptions (SVDs) and other technical deliverables.
- Ensure software and systems comply with DISA STIGs, RMF, and DoD cybersecurity policies.
- Support vulnerability remediation, system hardening, and secure development practices.
- Understand security posture of classified systems, including SIPRNet environments.
- Observe customer interactions during formal reviews and technical interchange meetings.
Assist Software Development
- Diagnose and resolve software issues across IBS enterprise systems.
- Design and implement new software features to meet evolving mission requirements.
- Write clean, efficient, and reliable code to support operational requirements.
- Identify and resolve bugs and system issues in coordination with QA and test teams.
- Implement new features based on evolving mission needs and user feedback.
- Support development tasks in Angular and Java, contributing to CIBPT, DME, and IBS-M software components.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software quality and compliance with DoD standards.
Assist Documentation & Lifecycle Support
- Create and maintain software documentation including test plans, procedures, release notes, and user guides.
- Resolve software defects and support system sustainment activities.
- Support the full product lifecycle from requirements analysis through deployment and sustainment.
- Ensure software documentation, version control, and configuration management are maintained in compliance with program standards.
- Understand how to review and manage Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) deliverables in accordance with PWS.
- Ensure deliverables align with MIL-STD-498 and IBS-specific standards.
Education
- Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's degree program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a closely related technical discipline
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- Recent graduate (within the last 12 months) of a Bachelor's degree program in one of the fields listed above
Experience
- Academic or internship experience supporting software development and testing activities
- Basic understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) concepts, including requirements, development, testing, documentation, and deployment
- Experience writing and maintaining technical documentation, such as test plans, procedures, or lab reports
- Exposure to object-oriented programming concepts and structured coding practices
- Familiarity with software testing methodologies, including unit testing and functional testing
- Ability to follow established processes and standards in a regulated or structured technical environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document technical work and observe customer-facing technical reviews
- Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, testers, and cross-functional teams
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The Mission Essential Group, LLC
Jan 14, 2026