Computer Engineering Co-op

Via Logic LLC; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 48,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Income Protection

Paid Leave and Retirement

Job summary

Leidos is seeking energetic, motivated co-op students to join our Linux computer engineering team. You will work in a Linux OS environment on state-of-the-art computer-based training systems for the U.S. Navy, including building Linux system images and developing power management scripts.

This rotation runs January 2027 through August 2027, with opportunities for multiple rotations. No prior professional experience is required; you will learn and contribute to high-impact mission-critical

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related technical degree with at least a 3.2 GPA.
• Able to learn and apply advanced computer engineering skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Availability to work at least 7 months full time as a co-op.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and cable computer-based systems.
• Configure servers and perform integration testing and validation.
• Develop Linux system images and power management scripts.
• Work on system foundation components in a Linux environment.

Skills

Linux

Teamwork

Learning fast

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Linux OS

Job description

Join Our Innovative Team at Leidos! At Leidos, you’ll be part of a team that creates innovative solutions for the Navy, directly contributing to the readiness of the warfighter. You’ll work on products that simulate real-world scenarios, helping the Navy prepare for critical missions. This is your chance to make a tangible impact while exploring career opportunities in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Leidos is a recognized leader in delivering innovative simulation, training, and analysis solutions for the U.S. Navy. As the prime contractor for the High Fidelity Simulation (HFS) Portfolio, we are committed to advancing the Navy’s mission through the development and sustainment of next-generation training systems like CIAT - Combined Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) and Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) Trainer - YouTube. Our work directly impacts warfighter readiness and mission success, ensuring the Navy is prepared for the challenges of today and tomorrow.

Position Overview

Leidos is seeking energetic, motivated, self-starters for these technically sophisticated and challenging Linux computer engineering positions. Engineering Co-ops may assemble and cable computer based systems, configure servers, perform integration testing and validation, and work on system foundation components (such as building Linux system images and developing power management scripts). All work is performed and executed in a Linux OS environment. All work is directly applicable to actual military training systems. Co-op students will gain invaluable, real-world experience on state-of-the-art computer-based systems. This co-op rotation will start in January 2027 and conclude in August 2027. Subsequent co-op rotations are available for those who require multiple co-op experiences.

Basic Qualifications

• You will be participating in the development of large scale computer based training systems and you MUST be able to learn and apply advanced computer engineering skills and techniques.
• You MUST be able to work in a fast paced, team oriented enviroment.
• You MUST be available to work at least 7 months full time as a co-op.

Education

You MUST be Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related technical degree, have at least a 3.2 GPA, and be able to demonstrate solid Linux and computer engineering skills.

Citizenship

You MUST have U.S. Citizenship and be eligible to obtain a U.S. Government granted security clearance. Employment is contingent on receiving an interim Secret security clearance.

Experience

No past experience is required, however you will be working in a professional environment and contributing to systems that will be used throughout the U.S. Navy. Therefore, you must be dedicated to producing quality work results, and must be extremely attentive to detail.

Pay Range

Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

• competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave and Retirement

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.