Mission Systems Software Intern – Edge Computing

Peraton

. Support supervised software development, data engineering, testing, and market research for a major federal mission modernization pursuit .

Posted 10/14/2026internshipRemote • Oklahoma • United StatesEntry Level💰 $23 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates capabilities in software development, data engineering, and testing for distributed mission systems, with a focus on AI/ML tools, edge computing, and technical documentation. Proficient in Python, JavaScript, and SQL, with a strong interest in mission systems and emerging technologies.

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Python ProgrammingJavaScript DevelopmentData ProcessingAI/ML ToolsTechnical Documentation

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentData EngineeringAutomated TestingDatabase ManagementEdge ComputingDigital Twin FunctionsMarket ResearchData TransformationSQLSoftware Engineering

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationIndependent Work

Tools & Technologies

LinuxContainersWeb ApplicationsGraphics Processing Units (GPUs)Embedded Computing

Industry Keywords

Mission SystemsRadarGeospatial DataDistributed SystemsFleet Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Distributed SystemsJavaScriptLinuxPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support supervised software development, data engineering, testing, and market research for a major federal mission modernization pursuit
Work with solution architects, engineers, and technology teams on distributed mission systems involving remote sites, edge computing, data processing, system health, fleet operations, and decision support
Develop and test software modules for distributed mission and edge computing prototypes
Build data ingestion, transformation, database, and visualization capabilities
Support scenario and Digital Twin functions involving asset failures, maintenance, deployment, logistics, and fleet readiness
Conduct market research on radar manufacturers, computing hardware, software products, data standards, and emerging technologies
Use approved AI/ML tools for research, analysis, software development, and knowledge organization
Integrate approved software libraries, APIs, and data formats into prototype systems
Create automated unit, integration, regression, and edge case tests
Document architecture, interfaces, assumptions, limitations, test evidence, and technical findings
Participate in technical reviews and demonstrate completed work to stakeholders

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current enrollment in a relevant undergraduate or graduate degree program
Coursework or project experience in Python, JavaScript, databases, software engineering, or data processing
Ability to work independently in a remote environment and participate in regular technical reviews
Strong written communication and technical documentation skills
Interest in mission systems, radar, weather, AI/ML, edge computing, Digital Twins, geospatial data, or distributed systems
US Citizenship
Experience with Linux, containers, Structured Query Language (SQL), web applications, or automated testing (desired)
Coursework or projects involving AI/ML, signal processing, computer vision, or geospatial analysis (desired)
Familiarity with Graphics Processing Units (GPUs), embedded computing, or edge platforms (desired)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential eligibility for overtime
Potential eligibility for shift differential
Potential eligibility for a discretionary bonus