Mercury Systems is seeking a motivated and innovative Software Engineer co-op eager to learn, contribute, and bring fresh ideas to our dynamic software team within the Programmable Solutions Group. In this hands-on role, you'll support Linux based software products that power Mercury''s next generation of embedded high-performance computer modules.
Job Responsibilities:
Develop test automation for software products
Diagnose and resolve identified quality-related bugs
Perform unit testing for newly implemented features
Create and review user-facing documentation
Maintain an inventory of test equipment
Provide support and assistance to team members as needed
Required Qualifications:
Currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's degree program in either computer engineering or computer science or a related technical discipline
A minimum GPA of 3.1 is required. You will be asked to submit your transcripts during the review process
Familiarity with a modern scripting language, like Python
Experience with software written in the ''C'' language
Experience with Linux development environments and tools
Familiarity with Atlassian tools such as GIT/BitBucket for version control
Familiarity with modern AI coding assistants and agentic development tools (e.g., OpenAI, Claude, Cline, Opencode).
"This position requires you to access information that is subject to U.S. export regulations. You may only access such information if you are a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. government."
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous intern or co-op experience
Numbers & Facts
Location
Andover, MA
Industry
Other/Not Classified
Company Size
500 to 999 employees
Year Founded
1981
Website
http://www.mrcy.com
About Company
Mercury Systems is a leading commercial provider of secure sensor and mission processing subsystems. Optimized for customer and mission success, Mercury’s solutions power a wide variety of critical defense and intelligence programs. Headquartered in Andover, Mass., Mercury is pioneering a next-generation defense electronics business model specifically designed to meet the industry’s current and emerging technology needs.