Software Engineering Intern – Simi Valley, CA

Peraton is seeking a Part-time Software Quality Assurance Intern in Simi Valley CA. to support our PC based Graphical User Interface (GUI) situational display application. Known as ADIVS (Air Defense Interoperability Validation System) this application is used to test the data link (i.e. Link 16) capabilities of systems prior to them being fielded. Working alongside our experienced software engineers you will be exposed to all phases of product development from requirements to deliverables utilizing tools such as Microsoft Office Microsoft Windows Install Shield TestComplete GitHub Subversion and JIRA to name a few.

Candidate should be able to work a minimum of 24/hours a week during the academic year and 40/hours a week during summer 2026.

This position will be responsible for the following:

• Office administration support (purchase orders supplies shipping organizing etc.)
• Participate in software testing bug tracking and requirements traceability using JIRA
• Assist in preparing Software Documentation to include writing test procedures trouble reports and user manual updates
• Creating Power Point presentations that capture software changes
• Preparing software deliverables CDs labels

Required Qualifications:

• A High School diploma and are entering your sophomore year as a student pursuing a BS in Computer Science Electrical Engineering or a related field at an accredited university offering a 4-year degree program
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows based operating systems
• Experience with MS Suite: MS Excel MS PowerPoint MS Word
• Ability to obtain a DOD security clearance which requires a US citizenship

Desired Qualifications:

• A GPA of 3.0 or higher
• Experience with Python JIRA Subversion TortoiseSVN and TestComplete
• Basic software requirements development and software testing experience
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to be detailed-oriented and to prioritize work and meet quick turnaround deadlines
• Experience with computer hardware and software troubleshooting
• Experience with Python programing language

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Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the worlds leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider we deliver trusted highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land sea space air and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day our employees do the cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.