Intern, Software Engineer Spring 2027

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Greenville (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

L3Harris Technologies is seeking an Software Engineer Intern to contribute to embedded and real‑time software for advanced tactical radios in Greenville, TX. You’ll work across teams to ensure seamless hardware/software integration and lifecycle support.

The role emphasizes applying CS/engineering principles to real‑time systems, with heavy exposure to C++, C#, C, Java, and scripting in a collaborative environment. January 2027 start for 7‑month co‑op.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's, Master’s or PhD in CS/CE/SE or related field at an accredited university.

Responsibilities

• Develop embedded and real‑time software for tactical radio systems.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure hardware/software integration.
• Participate in software development life cycle from requirements to test.
• Create software test procedures and documentation.
• Support defect tracking and peer reviews.

Skills

C++

C#

C

Java

Ruby

HTML5

XML

SQL

Qt

RTOS

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD in CS or related

Tools

Windows

Linux

Embedded real‑time OS

Job description

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.

Job Title: Software Engineer Intern

Job Code: 42086

Job Location: Greenville, TX

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

Co‑op terms: January 2027 - August 2027

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly motivated Software Engineer to support the design, development, and testing of embedded and real‑time software solutions for advanced tactical radio systems. In this role, you will apply computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis principles to develop software for mission‑critical applications. You will collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to ensure seamless integration between hardware and software while supporting the full software development life cycle.

Essential Functions:

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

Qualifications:

• To be elligible, candidates 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

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug‑free workplace and performs pre‑employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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