2027 Software Engineer Co-Op

Job Description

**Onsite: Andover, MA**

**Co-op from July -- December 2027**

**No relocation assistance or housing provided**

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