Software Engineering Intern

L3Harris Technologies

Carlsbad, CAFresher3h agovia LinkedIn

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Who can apply
New grads and up to 1 year · Bachelor's degree
Must know
RecruitingPythonCybersecurity
Nice to have
Embedded systemsJavaC++C
Work
On-site in Carlsbad · internship
Pay
Not stated by the employer.
Skill demand
Python60%Embedded systems21%Cybersecurity8%Recruiting1%of 149 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
Listed
Oct 29, 2026 · still open

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Intern, Software Engineering

Job Code: 46504

Job Location: Carlsbad, CA

Job Schedule: 9/80 (Employees work 9 out of every 14 days – totaling 80 hours worked, and have every other Friday off)

About the Role

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Key Responsibilities

  • Apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis concepts and principles in the development of software for the target application.
  • Work closely with cross-functional members of the engineering organization to develop and evaluate interfaces between hardware and software, and operational performance requirements and design of the overall system.
  • Support and participate in all phases of the software development life cycle, including requirements analysis, design, implementation, integration, and test of embedded software for real-time control of advanced tactical radio equipment.
  • Develop software test procedures, software programs, and related documentation.
  • Utilize modeling tools and equipment to establish operating data, conduct experimental tests, and evaluate results.
  • Participate in peer reviews, identify, track, and repair defects.

Requirements & Tech Stack

  • Utilize a variety of software languages, including: C++, C#, C, Java, Ruby, HTML5, XML, SQL, Perl, Python, Ajax, Qt.
  • Experience on platforms including: Windows, Linux, mobile platforms, and embedded real-time operating systems (e.g., VxWorks, Linux, QNX, Integrity, Windows CE).
  • Experience with processor designs such as Motorola, Intel, TI, and custom processor designs.

Qualifications

  • Must be pursuing a Bachelor’s degree, a Master’s degree, or a PhD in computer science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Wireless Engineering, Information Security, Mathematics, Digital Arts & Sciences or related field at an accredited university.

Preferred Skills

  • One or more of the following: C++, C#, C, Java, Ruby, JEE, HTML5, XML, SQL, Qt, Windows, .NET, Unix, Linux, SOA, RTOS, Real-Time Controls, Wireless, Software Security, Robotics, OOA/OOD, Hadoop, Android, Embedded Systems.

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