Part Time Systems Engineer Co-Op

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Colorado.

📋 Description

• Engage in monthly seminars focused on participation and collaboration.

• Fulfill training requirements set by Raytheon.

• Take part in activities related to obtaining a security clearance.

• Meet regularly with a mentor for guidance and support.

• Dedicate 2–4 hours each month to assist with co-op initiatives.

• Acquire knowledge about customer-specific mission concepts and technologies.

• Understand systems engineering principles concerning requirements, architecture, design, and testing.

• Gain insights into software engineering methods, artificial intelligence, and agile development practices.

• Familiarize yourself with the fundamentals of platform and software infrastructure, including continuous integration and continuous delivery.

• Transition to a full-time role in Aurora, Colorado, upon graduation and clearance approval, contributing to the design, development, and upkeep of systems for customer missions.

• Note that this co-op position does not encompass internship or direct project work.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a senior or postgraduate student graduating/completing studies by December 2027.

• Major in Computer Science or a related STEM field is required.

• Experience in academic or internship settings involving hands-on testing of electronic devices.

• Familiarity with troubleshooting technical issues related to electronics in academic, internship, or hobby contexts.

• Proficiency in data analysis using tools like MATLAB is preferred.

• U.S. citizenship is a prerequisite.

• Capability to obtain and maintain a government-issued security clearance is essential.

• An active DoD TS/SCI security clearance is required from day one.

• A specific focus on Systems Engineering or a related scientific/STEM discipline is preferred.

• Familiarity with Windows and UNIX operating systems is preferred.

• Experience with programming languages such as Perl, Python, VBA, or other scripting languages is preferred.

• An understanding of Agile Development Principles is preferred.

• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite is preferred.

• Previous internship experience is advantageous.

• Knowledge of the systems engineering lifecycle, roles, and functions is preferred.

• Basic engineering skills and an interest in systems development and functionality are preferred.

• Must be able to work from any of the 50 U.S. states, excluding U.S. territories.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligibility for relocation assistance after the co-op period and transition to full-time employment.

• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage.

• Dental insurance provided.

• Vision insurance included.

• Life insurance offered.

• Short-term disability coverage available.

• Long-term disability protection included.

• 401(k) matching program.

• Flexible spending accounts available.

• Flexible work schedule options.

• Employee assistance program offered.

• Employee Scholar Program available for further education.

• Parental leave provided.

• Paid time off included.

• Holidays observed.

• Potential eligibility for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs (not guaranteed).