Job Description

Job ID: 7502
Date Posted: April 15, 2026
Space Dynamics Laboratory (SDL) is seeking an engineering student to support containerization of existing .Net applications to run on a K8s-based Platform to integrate secure development and operations for military test and training customers to join our C4ISR Systems Division. This effort will require basic understanding of containerization and software engineering fundamentals.
This position is located in Ogden, UT.
This position has the potential of continued employment or transition to student/full-time employment requiring security clearance eligibility.
This internship is for summer 2026.
The Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) Systems Division delivers mission-critical solutions, specializing in cyber operations, information architecture, strategic deterrence, and ISR. Our division’s commitment to innovation and security enables us to provide critical solutions across defense, intelligence, and national security. Join our team and contribute to the next generation of defense technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Repackages existing applications to run as containers in an existing Kubernetes Environment
• Documents work done and produces repeatable templates to enable that work is not repeated
• Tests solutions to prove functionality is maintained during migration
• Comprehends complex system requirements and architects a solution to provide the needed capability while honoring the constraints of secure/sensitive and no-fail missions
• Builds proof-of-value platform demonstrations for stakeholders
• Collaborates closely with cloud, security, and developer teams, both internal and external
• Continuously learns about new technologies and best practices
• Helps establish SDL platform engineering best practices
• Reviews the work of peers

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance
• Current student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science, MIS, engineering, or a related field
• Understanding of complex systems
• Ability to fulfill engineering responsibilities on assigned tasks and projects
• Ability to clearly present technical concepts
• Experience with software development lifecycle (revision control, peer reviews, documentation standards)
• Must be able to work effectively both independently and with a team

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.

Job Tags

Full time, Summer work

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