Agile Software Test Engineering Intern

About the Role

Space Dynamics Laboratory’s (SDL’s) internship program offers undergraduate and graduate students involvement with state-of-the-art technologies in space-, airborne- and ground-based systems. Interns will work on professional-level assignments with support from engineers and mentors, complementing academic studies. The program includes training workshops, networking opportunities, and summer events.

The Strategic Military Space Division is seeking an entry-level engineering intern to support the Battlestar program through agile testing best practices and shift-left testing. The selected candidate will contribute to a cloud-based enterprise ground system supporting dynamic space operations.

• This position is located in North Logan, UT.
• Interns will receive a competitive hourly wage.
• This position has the potential for continued employment or transition to student/full-time employment requiring security clearance eligibility.
• This internship is for the summer of 2027.
• Onsite support in North Logan, Utah, is required, with availability for up to 12 weeks.

Key Responsibilities

• Researches and documents practical shift-left testing methods appropriate for agile software teams.
• Assists engineers in translating user stories and acceptance criteria into testable scenarios.
• Develops or improves basic automated test scripts, test data, and repeatable test procedures under supervision.
• Supports early defect identification, test execution, and tracks findings using team tools.
• Prepares a short best-practices guide and demonstrates a proposed improvement to the development and test workflow.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Introductory understanding of software development, testing, or agile team practices.
• Experience writing simple code or scripts through coursework or personal projects.
• Ability to interpret requirements and document expected versus observed software behavior.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers and other interns, and independently with appropriate guidance.
• Strong initiative, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in systems, aerospace, mechanical, electrical, computer engineering, computer science, or a closely related field.
• Entry-level applicants are welcome; relevant coursework or academic projects may satisfy technical experience requirements.
• 3.0 GPA minimum is required.

Desired Qualifications

• Exposure to unit testing, integration testing, API testing, or automated regression testing.
• Familiarity with Python, Git, CI/CD concepts, or automated testing frameworks.
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, or software defect tracking.