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Space Dynamics Laboratory

Student: Software Engineering Assistant

North Logan, UT, United States

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Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 27, 2026

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Job ID: 9926

Date Posted: October 26, 2026

Join the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) team, where you'll contribute to groundbreaking innovations! We are seeking a talented undergraduate student to join our software engineering team in Logan, Utah. This position provides an opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting a complex software system used in a U.S. Department of Defense mission environment.

The selected Student Software Engineer will work alongside experienced software, systems, and infrastructure engineers to evaluate, integrate, test, troubleshoot, and improve software and supporting tools. They will contribute to real engineering activities while developing experience across software development, Linux systems, automation, containerized applications, virtualization, and software deployment.

The software environment incorporates a broad range of technologies, including Python, Linux/RHEL, VMware, Kubernetes, Red Hat OpenShift, CI/CD pipelines, distributed applications, and other enterprise software and infrastructure technologies. Candidates are not expected to arrive with experience in all of these areas. We are looking for students with a strong foundation in Python, curiosity about complex systems, and the initiative to learn new technologies and solve technical problems.

This is an onsite position in Logan, Utah. Students are expected to work 15–20 hours per week during the academic year and may work up to 40 hours per week during the summer.

Key Responsibilities

Develops Python scripts, utilities, and automation to support software evaluation, testing, integration, deployment, and other repeatable engineering activities
Performs application and system evaluation tests; collect, analyze, document, and present results
Assists with the development and execution of software integration and testing activities
Helps investigate and troubleshoot software, application, and infrastructure issues under the guidance of experienced engineers
Works with Linux-based systems and gain experience with enterprise technologies such as RHEL, VMware, Kubernetes, and Red Hat OpenShift
Assists with automated deployments, CI/CD processes, test infrastructure, and configuration or development tools
Evaluates software capabilities, interfaces, SDKs, APIs, and application hosting technologies
Creates technical documentation, evaluation reports, test results, and other engineering artifacts
Uses software development and collaboration tools such as Git, Bitbucket, Jira, and Confluence
Works closely with software developers, systems engineers, infrastructure engineers, and other members of the FORGE team
Learns unfamiliar technologies and apply them to practical engineering problems
Participates in code reviews, technical discussions, and other software development activities appropriate to experience level

Required Qualifications

Must be a Utah State University student currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or another relevant technical field
At least one year of school remaining
Proficiency and hands-on programming experience with Python
Understanding of fundamental software development concepts, including programming, debugging, testing, and software design
Ability and willingness to learn new programming languages, tools, platforms, and technologies
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to investigate technical problems with guidance from experienced engineers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Detail-oriented, organized, and able to document technical work clearly
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of an engineering team
Ability to work onsite in Logan, Utah
Ability to work approximately 15–20 hours per week during the academic year, preferably in blocks of four or more hours, and up to 40 hours per week during the summer
Must be a U.S. citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance and any required program access approvals

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with Linux or other Unix-like operating systems
Experience developing software beyond classroom assignments through personal projects, research, internships, or previous student employment
Familiarity with software system design, development, integration, deployment, and testing
Experience with Git, Bitbucket, or other version control systems
Familiarity with containers or container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, or Red Hat OpenShift
Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware
Exposure to Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) or other Linux distributions
Familiarity with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, or software deployment automation
Experience with Java, C++, web development, shell scripting, or other programming languages and technologies in addition to Python
Familiarity with databases and SQL
Exposure to distributed systems, APIs, or messaging technologies such as gRPC, Kafka, or ZeroMQ
Familiarity with Jira and Confluence
Academic, personal, or part-time experience working as part of a software development team
Interest in software systems supporting space, national defense, or other mission-critical applications

What Success Looks Like

Develops a working knowledge of the FORGE software environment and its supporting technologies
Produces useful, reliable Python software and automation that improves engineering and evaluation activities
Approaches unfamiliar technical problems with curiosity, initiative, and persistence
Learns to troubleshoot across software, operating system, container, and infrastructure boundaries
Produces clear technical documentation and communicates findings effectively
Seeks guidance when appropriate, incorporates feedback, and becomes increasingly independent over time
Contributes positively to the engineering team and shares knowledge with other students and team members
Continually develops the technical skills needed to take on increasingly challenging FORGE engineering work

Student Scholar Program

SDL provides student employees with opportunities to gain meaningful hands-on engineering experience while continuing their education. Student employees may also participate in SDL's Student Scholar program, which provides opportunities to expand technical knowledge, extend work experience, and engage with the broader SDL community.

SDL delivers advanced multi-domain solutions to protect national security and enable scientific discovery. Our expertise in satellites, sensors and instruments, ground systems and data processing, and autonomous systems plays a critical role in missions supporting NASA and the Department of Defense. Join our team of engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we strive to uphold a culture of respect, collaboration, empowerment, and accountability. We listen with open minds, seek to understand diverse perspectives, and engage in thoughtful dialogue. We work together by sharing knowledge, involving others, and offering support. We trust and empower our team members to take ownership, act with integrity, and be accountable. Above all, we deliver on our commitments to each other and to our mission partners.

The application window for this position is expected to remain open for approximately 7 days; however, it may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

For questions, assistance, or accommodation with the application process or the DoD SkillBridge program, please contact employment@sdl.usu.edu.

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Microsoft Dynamics
SDL
Troubleshoot
Software development
Linux
Python
VMware
Kubernetes
Red Hat OpenShift
CI/CD
Documentation
Git
Atlassian Bitbucket
Jira
Atlassian Confluence
Computer science
Computer engineering
Debugging
Programming languages
Problem solving
Communication skills
UNIX
Research
Control systems
Docker
Red Hat Enterprise Linux
Test automation
Oracle Java
C++
Web development
SQL
Apache Kafka
Process data

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