Automation Test-Intern

Standard Job Description

At Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds in the industry and truly make Lockheed Martin a great place to work. With our employees as our priority, we provide career opportunities designed to propel development and boost agility. Our flexible schedules, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits enable our employees to live a healthy, fulfilling life at and outside of work. This is a place for engineers, scientists, and problem-solvers who are ready to engage deeply, think critically, and build with purpose. You will not just launch a career. You will be part of something bigger. This is where the best are built.

C2BMC Test Automation Intern

This internship is flexible for Spring throughout the Summer 2027. Typically considered a Junior or Senior. Candidate will be working in an intern role supporting development and analysis of a large missile defense simulation system in a small team environment on the C2BMC program. The selected candidate will support the automation team by helping to build and maintain an automated pipeline that tests software across several labs, using Bash scripting and CI/CD tools like Jenkins to enable rapid, reliable test execution. Intern will be expected to work with mentors in developing their knowledge and skillset as needed.

Professional Attributes

Demonstrated attention to detail, a sense of responsibility, and the ability to meet deadlines.Willingness to learn new tools, processes, and domain‑specific concepts (e.g., C2BMC concepts, CI/CD pipelines).

Basic Qualifications

• Pursuing a BS degree Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Information Systems / Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Data Science / Analytics
• Must be a US Citizen; this position will require a government security clearance. This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
• DoD Interim Secret Security Clearance required prior to start date.
• Preference to obtain a DoD 8570 compliant Security+ certification before the start date; required to be obtained no later than 30 days after the start date and maintained thereafter.
• Familiarity with the Linux command line (able to navigate directories, run basic commands).
• Experience with any scripting or programming language (e.g., Bash, PowerShell, Python, Java) - enough to write, debug, and maintain basic scripts.
• Basic exposure to a version‑control system (e.g., Git - able to commit, pull, and push changes).

Desired Skills

• Bash as the preferred scripting language (experience writing and maintaining Bash scripts).
• Hands‑on experience with system administration, software integration, and testing on Windows and/or UNIX/Linux platforms (through coursework, labs, or prior internships).
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, or similar (building, triggering, and monitoring pipelines).
• Experience developing or supporting an automated pipeline for testing software (e.g., script‑based test execution, result collection, reporting).
• Familiarity with Git beyond basics (branching, pull‑requests, code review).
• Exposure to Python, PowerShell, or Java (ability to read/modify existing code).
• Exposure to data‑science fundamentals (ETL, data collection/processing/cleaning, simple visualization, exploratory analysis)
• Experience writing clear installation/configuration guides or other technical documentation.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills - able to document work, ask clarifying questions, and report progress.

Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $20.14 - $28.15

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The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/ training, key skills as well as market(work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.

Benefits offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.

• Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
• For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.