Student: Test Engineering Assistant

Job ID 4490
Join the Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) team, where you'll contribute to groundbreaking innovations! We are seeking applicants for a Test Engineering Assistant to join our Strategic Military Space Division. The selected candidate will work with the Software Test Engineering Team to test software and web-based applications through established testing procedures. Students may also be asked to write, update, and run automated test code, scripts, and manual test procedures. Students will interface with Software Developers and Test Engineers throughout the development process.
The Strategic & Military Space Division delivers advanced satellite and sensor systems that support the Department of Defense and the Intelligence Community. Our division is a key component of national security, providing technological solutions and expert mission support. Become part of a team dedicated to making a tangible contribution to our nation's defense capabilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a USU student pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• Must have completed their freshman year and have at least one year remaining before graduation
• Candidates should have some familiarity in one or more of the following: Software testing and troubleshooting, programming languages (C#, Java, other), test automation (Playwright, Selenium, other)
• Must be able to work effectively; both independently and as a team member
• Must have good communications skills, both written and verbal are essential
• Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance

SDL provides unique opportunities for student employees to develop real-world experience and knowledge beyond the classroom through our Student Scholar Program. This program offers monthly technical workshops, outreach activities, and academic stipends to eligible student employees. All SDL student employees are invited to participate in the program to expand their professional network while supporting SDL's mission.

SDL supports a variety of missions, including NASA's vision to reveal the unknown for the benefit of humankind and the Department of Defense's aim to protect our Nation on the ground, in the air, and in space. Our sensors, satellites, software systems, and science and engineering play an essential role in some important missions you've heard of, and others that you haven't. Join our team in our seventh decade of delivering mission success.

At SDL, we 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.

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