J-ACE Software Developer Intern

We have an opening for a Software Developer Intern fulltime on-site. With emphasis on GUI development (Unreal Engine) at our Eglin AFB, Niceville, Florida location.

Software Developer Intern Job Details:

ARA Emerald Coast Division has an opening for a software/game developer intern to support the development of the Joint Anti-Air Combat Effectiveness (J-ACE) tool used by Top Gun and other military aviators, mission planners, and analyst. J-ACE is a gaming-type simulation (aircraft models + missiles) that runs "under the hood" in every fighter squadron in America. J-ACE can evaluate overall weapon system effectiveness from weapon launch through target intercept, displaying results in a graphical 3D environment.

Software Developer Intern Job Description:

Candidate must have the ability to work independently, as well as with a team of developers and analysts/engineers trained in operational tactics, mathematics, and secure coding. The ideal candidate will be proficient in GUI development using an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) such as Microsoft Visual Studio to efficiently troubleshoot and debug software. The J-ACE team utilized Agile practices. Experience with Unreal Engine and game development a definite plus!

Software Developer Intern Job Duties include:

• Develop GUI
• Write code
• Utilize version control software such as GIT
• Utilize application lifecycle management tool, e.g. - JIRA, etc.

Software Developer Intern Qualifications:

• Pursuing bachelor's degree in computer science, Computer Engineering or related field.
• Active SECRET clearance (or eligible to receive clearance)

Software Developer Intern Required Skills

• Must have a proficient knowledge of the C++ programming language.
• Familiarity with thread-safe, event-driven, and object-oriented programming
• Must be able to work well within an Agile team environment and be able to adapt quickly to change.
• Good writing and verbal presentation skills

Additional consideration for:

• Game development background a plus, familiar with Unreal Engine
• Experience using a build automation tool such as CMake and using a unit testing library such as Google Test is desirable.
• Proficient in an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) such as Microsoft Visual Studio to efficiently troubleshoot and debug software is desirable.

Company Details and Job Description:

Applied Research Associates (ARA) is a recognized leader in the development of cutting-edge research, engineering, and software solutions that are critical to national defense and other problems facing the U.S. ARA is a scientific and engineering company with an excellent national reputation and a 40-year history of sustained growth. Our culture supports career growth and rewards innovation, self-motivation, and technical excellence.

ARA is an employee-owned company with an attractive benefit package that includes 401-K, Employee Stock Ownership, Flexible Spending Plan and various insurance options. Our specialty is finding innovative solutions to complex technical problems. We are seeking talented and motivated individuals who can help us meet our objective of providing quality service to our customers. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)